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The 120 days is the lifespan of A. Red blood cells B. White blood cells C. Platelets D. Red blood cells and Platelets

The 120 days is the lifespan of
A. Red blood cells
B. White blood cells
C. Platelets
D. Red blood cells and Platelets

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Pawan Prajapati
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2 years ago
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Yash Patari
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2 years ago
RBCs also known as Red blood cells are formed in the bone marrow by erythropoiesis. They have an average lifespan of 120 days. After ageing, they are selectively recognized in the spleen, liver and lymph nodes by macrophages followed by phagocytosis. This process is called eryptosis.

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