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Area of Science:

  • Sports science and exercise physiology
  • Hematology and blood analysis

Background:

  • Elite athletes undergo rigorous testing for performance enhancement and health monitoring.
  • Hematological parameters like hemoglobin and reticulocytes are key indicators in sports science.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze hemoglobin concentration and percent reticulocytes in elite speed skaters.
  • To investigate the impact of altitude and exercise on these hematological markers.
  • To assess the reliability of percent reticulocytes as a marker during and outside of competition.

Main Methods:

  • Blood samples were collected from elite speed skaters pre-competition, post-competition, and during out-of-competition testing.
  • Hemoglobin concentration and percent reticulocytes (%retics) were measured.
  • Data were analyzed to compare values at different altitudes (<750 m vs. 1425 m) and between genders.

Main Results:

  • Hemoglobin concentration was slightly higher at 1425 m altitude compared to <750 m in both males and females.
  • Mean percent reticulocytes were significantly higher at 1425 m altitude compared to <750 m.
  • Percent reticulocytes showed no significant difference between pre-competition and post-race values, and no significant gender difference was found.
  • A small percentage of samples showed elevated percent reticulocytes, warranting further investigation.

Conclusions:

  • Percent reticulocytes are a robust hematological parameter, reliable even with acute exercise.
  • Altitude significantly influences hemoglobin concentration and percent reticulocytes in elite speed skaters.
  • The study provides valuable insights into hematological monitoring for elite athletes.