Common Blood Tests Flashcards
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What are common reasons for blood tests?
Blood tests help find the cause of symptoms or assess the risk of developing further conditions such as diabetes.
What is blood typing?
Blood typing identifies a patient’s blood group, which is inherited from both parents.
Why is blood typing important?
It is particularly important during blood transfusions and in pregnancy.
What are the four major blood groups?
A, B, AB, and O.
What is a Full Blood Count (FBC)?
A broad screening test for various disorders, such as anemia, and an indicator of general health.
What information does a Full Blood Count provide?
It provides specific information about the number and size of certain types of cells in the bloodstream.
What do red blood cells do?
They transport oxygen to cells and carbon dioxide to the lungs.
What do white blood cells do?
They protect the body from infection.
What is an electrolyte test?
An electrolyte test measures dissolved minerals and salts in the blood and body tissues.
What are the four main electrolytes measured in an electrolyte test?
Sodium, Potassium, Chloride, and Bicarbonate.
What is the Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR) test used for?
It detects and monitors inflammation in the body.
What does the C-Reactive Protein (CRP) test indicate?
It shows whether there is inflammation present in the body and the extent of it.
What is cholesterol?
Cholesterol is a lipid, a fatty substance produced by the liver from dietary fat.
Why are cholesterol levels monitored?
Excessively high levels of lipids in the blood can have serious health effects, such as stroke.
