Human Anatomy (9th Edition)
Human Anatomy (9th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134320762
Author: Frederic H. Martini, Robert B. Tallitsch, Judi L. Nath
Publisher: PEARSON
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Red blood cells (RBCs) or erythrocytes are biconcave-shaped cells, which contain hemoglobin for oxygen transport. These cells lack a nucleus, mitochondria, ribosomes, and other organelles. They transport oxygen from lungs to tissues as well as carbon dioxide from tissues to lungs. RBCs are produced in red bone marrow and have a 120-day long lifespan.

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