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How Do Toxic Substances Affect Blood Counts?

Toxic substances can affect blood counts in multiple ways. Some toxins can directly damage bone marrow, leading to decreased production of blood cells. Others may cause hemolysis, or the destruction of blood cells, resulting in altered blood counts. For example, arsenic exposure can lead to leukocytosis, while carbon monoxide poisoning can decrease oxygen transport by affecting RBCs.

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