Chapter 11.1 Components Of Blood Flashcards
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A red blood cell that contains hemoglobin and carries oxygen.
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Erythrocyte.
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The fluid portion of the blood.
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Plasma.
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The reduction in blood oxygen due to low levels of hemoglobin or poor red blood cell production.
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Anemia.
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A white blood cell.
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Leukocyte.
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A component of blood responsible for initiating blood clotting.
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Platelet.
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A blood clot that forms within a blood vessel and blocks it.
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Thrombus.
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A blood clot that dislodges and is carried by the circulatory system to another part of the body.
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Embolus.
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A substance, usually protein that simulates the formation of an antibody.
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Antigen.
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A protein formed within the blood that reacts with an antigen.
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Antibody.
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The clumping of blood cells caused by antigens and antibodies.
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Agglutination.
