EPO enhances athletic performance by:
A) making the athlete more alert
B) increasing oxygen-carrying capacity and endurance
C) building muscle mass
D) giving a sense of well-being and optimism

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EPO (erythropoietin) primarily works by stimulating the production of red blood cells, which increases the oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood, thereby enhancing endurance and performance in endurance sports.

EPO Enhances Athletic Performance By