Why would an athlete want to take erythropoietin Why would a
- Why would an athlete want to take erythropoietin?
- Why would an athlete want to take erythropoietin?
Solution
Erythropoietin which is produced by the kidneys is a glycoprotein hormone. It is associated with the increase in red blood cell count, which benefits the athletes by increasing the oxygen availability, decreases the binding capacity of hemoglobin, thereby increasing the breathing rate and reducing fatigue.
