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Comparing Acute Mountain Sickness Definitions to Examine Differences in Systemic Inflammation

Shah, Karina (University of Oregon, 2021)

Acute mountain sickness (AMS) occurs when individuals rapidly ascend to high altitudes, but its exact cause remains unknown. Additionally, AMS is assessed using a subjective questionnaire with a variety of criteria used ...
Relationship between Baseline Inflammation and Peak Erythropoietin Levels in People Undergoing Carbon Monoxide Inhalation and Hot Water Immersion

Weiser, Natasha (University of Oregon, 2023-03)

Erythropoietin (EPO) is a hormone produced by the kidneys that is responsible for stimulating red blood cell (RBC) production. The stimulus for EPO production is a reduction in oxygen delivery to the kidneys, which can ...