Search for dissertations about: "Mats H. Linér"

Found 1 swedish dissertation containing the words Mats H. Linér.

2. 1. Initiation of spleen contraction resulting in natural blood boosting in humans

   Author : Angelica Lodin; Erika Schagatay; Mats H. Linér; Mittuniversitetet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Acclimatization; altitude; apnea; breath-hold diving; hemoglobin; hypercapnia; hypoxia; triggers;

   Abstract : The spleen has been shown to contract in apneic situations in humans as well as in other diving mammals, expelling its stored red blood cell content into circulation. This natural blood boosting may increase the circulating hemoglobin concentration (Hb) by up to 10%, which would enhance the oxygen carrying capacity and likely increase performance. READ MORE