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Carbon Monoxide Poisoning : Causes

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Causes could include:
Normally when a person breathes fresh air into the lungs, the oxygen in the air binds with a molecule called hemoglobin (Hb) that is found in red blood cells. This process allows oxygen to be moved from the lungs to every part of the body.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
Carbon monoxide (CO), an odorless and colorless gas, is created from the incomplete burning of fuels like gas, oil and wood.
Source:StayWell
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