Does kidney produce red blood cells?
My friend was telling me something about organs and blood production. I was wondering, do kidneys actually produce red blood cells?
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4 months ago
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Yes, they release the hormone that tells the body to make RBCs. If you need to verify this, a CBC and a kidney test are required. Check online lab portals because they often have discounts on home sample collection, which is cheaper than visiting big hospitals.
5 months ago
Ho na, direct blood cells nahi banate par unka hormone bohot important hota hai production ke liye. Agar kidney barabar kaam nahi karegi toh blood count kam ho sakta hai. Aap ek baar doctor se proper samajh lo na.
7 months ago
They produce erythropoietin, which is key for making red blood cells. Just like my thyroid issues require constant monitoring of hormone levels, any kidney strain can disrupt your blood count. Keep doing your routine blood tests and consult your doctor regularly.
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7 months ago
I totally get it, understanding how our internal organs work can be quite overwhelming when you are looking at medical reports. Yes, kidneys are essential for maintaining your red blood cell levels. Please speak to a doctor who can guide you gently.
7 months ago
Yes, they secrete EPO which stimulates the bone marrow to produce RBCs. I track my oxygen levels and heart rate on my fitness band, and it is amazing how deeply kidney-produced hormones affect our overall athletic stamina and red cell count.
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My nephrologist explained to me that the kidneys produce a hormone called erythropoietin, which tells the bone marrow to make RBCs. If kidney function drops, this hormone decreases, leading to renal anemia. It is crucial to have your doctor monitor your hemoglobin and creatinine closely.