Which of the following are necessary factors that support healthy erythropoiesis? (Select all that apply.)
a. Dietary magnesium
b. Healthy bone marrow
c. Adequate oxygen source
d. Vitamin B12
e. Amino acids
f.
Vitamin B2
ANS: B, D, E, F
Erythropoiesis, red blood cell production, is dependent on the availability of healthy bone marrow, dietary supply of copper and iron, amino acids, vitamins B12 and B2, folic acid, and pyridoxine.
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