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The bone marrow produces about 2 million red blood cells per second.

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The bone marrow in long bones continuously produces red blood cells to replace those that break down. Every second, about 2 million are produced. Over a day, the body produces about 200 billion red blood cells.

Source: American Society of Hematology

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