1.1 Composition of Blood Flashcards
1
Q
What makes up 55% of the blood?
A
Plasma
2
Q
What makes up 45% of the blood?
A
Cells
3
Q
What is in Plasma?
A
Mostly water with dissolved substances in it such as:
- Proteins
- Glucose
- Amino acids
- Carbon dioxide
4
Q
What are the 3 types of cells in blood?
A
- Erythrocytes (red blood cells)
- Leucocytes (white blood cells)
- Platelets
5
Q
What is the function of erythrocytes?
A
Too carry oxygen and some carbon dioxide
6
Q
What is the function of leucocytes?
A
To help destroy bacteria
7
Q
What are the 3 types of leucocytes?
A
- Neutrophils
- Lymphocytes
- Monocytes
8
Q
What do neutrophils do?
A
Produce antibodies
9
Q
What do lymphocytes do?
A
Destroy virus and cancer cells
10
Q
What do monocytes do?
A
Remove dead cells and bacteria
11
Q
What is the function of plasma?
A
To transport dissolved substances
