Which of the following would cause a decrease in the binding affinity of hemoglobin for oxygen?

A. increased pH of the blood
B. increased temperature of the blood
C. decreased DPG levels in erythrocytes
D. the presence of carbon monoxide
E. decreased concentration of H+ in the blood


B

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