Bird red blood cells use lactate and mitochondria to repair hemoglobin.

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Sun, 12 Jul 2026 12:33:45 GMT · 2h 37m ago

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Why

To repair hemoglobin.

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This discovery reveals a novel biological mechanism in birds that allows for faster red blood cell repair compared to mammals, potentially offering insights into cellular repair processes.

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https://www.earth.com/news/birds-efficient-red-blood-cells-convert-metabolic-waste-into-fuel-for-rapid-recovery/
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