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  • 10/05/2023

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What causes high red blood cell count and high hemoglobin?

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Dr. Dr Hema Pratima

Dr Hema Pratima

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  • MBBS
  • 9+ Yrs
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A high hemoglobin count and red blood cell count occurs when you are living in high altitudes or you smoke. To compensate oxygen carrying capacity the body naturally increases the hemoglobin levels so that oxygen is supplied sufficiently in the body.

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