Erythrocytes

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Reptilian erythrocytes are nucleated and may stay in the peripheral circulation for several years. By comparison to other reptiles lizards have smaller erythrocytes and higher erythrocyte counts. The total red blood cell count will vary depending on environmental conditions, nutritional status, sex (M>F) and season.