Blood System Flashcards
(11 cards)
1
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Blood Functions
A
Transport (Oxygen, nutrients), Regulation (pH, temp), Protection (clotting , immunity).
2
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RBCs (Erythrocytes):
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Carry oxygen via hemoglobin.
3
Q
WBCs (Leukocytes):
A
Fight infection.
4
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Platelets ( Thrombocytes):
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Help in blood clotting.
5
Q
Plasma=
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55% of blood (mostly water).
6
Q
Blood types:
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Type O = Universal donor ( no A/B antigens).
Type AB = Universal recipient ( No antibodies).
7
Q
RBC lifespan:
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~120 days, destroyed in spleen
8
Q
Blood clotting process:
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Platelets — Fibrin mesh— Clot forms.
9
Q
Hemoglobin:
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Needs iron + vitamin B12 to function.
10
Q
Neutrophils:
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First responders to infection.
11
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Eosinophils:
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Fight parasites & allergies.
