Why does the hemoglobin level rise at high altitudes?

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Dr Vasanthasree Nair

General Practitioner

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15+ Yrs

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At high attitudes, hypoxia-induced erythropoietic drive results in erythrocytosis and an increase in hemoglobin concentration and hematocrit. Hence people with SCD should be careful and report abnormalities to the doctor immediately.

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