2.3 Disorders of Erythrocyte Structure and Function Flashcards
1
Q
Describe the development of RBCs
A
Erythroblasts are continuously being formed from the pluripotent stem cells in the bone marrow
RBC are unnucleated
2
Q
What is the function of the Red Blood?
A
Transportation of oxygen to the tissue
3
Q
Each molecule of hemoglobin can carry _____ molecules of oxygen
A
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4
Q
What are the 3 parts of hemoglobin structure?
A
Globin chain
- alpha
- beta
Heme
- iron
- porphyrin
Oxygen binding