anatomy blood review Flashcards
what are the functions of blood
-transports nutrients/waste/oxygen
-regulates pH and electrolytes of interstitial fluid
-limits blood loss
-defends against pathogens and toxins
-absorb and distribute heat as part of temperature regulation
what are the 4 comonents of blood
platelets
red blood cells
white blood cells
plasma
help with blood clotting and wound healing
platlets
responsible for carrying oxygen from lungs to the rest of the body and returning carbon dioxide for exhalation
red blood cells
help fight infection and disease
defense system
white blood cells
transports nutrients, wastes, and hormones throughout the body
plasma
% red blood cells
45%
plasma %
55%
white blood cells %
less than 1% unless ill (you would have more)
platlets %
less than 1%
where are formed elements made
bone marrow
what makes WBCs different than the other formed elements
there are 5 different types of WBCs.
they can leave the blood and go to the infected area.
what condition stimulates the production of red blood cells
decreased oxygen levels
tells your body what type of blood you have
found on the outside of red blood cells
antigens
proteins in blood that act as defenders, they attack anything that doesn’t match your blood type
found in plasma
determines the blood you can receive
antibodies
transfusion rules
Type A blood:
Can receive from A and O.
Can donate to A and AB.
Type B blood:
Can receive from B and O.
Can donate to B and AB.
Type AB blood (universal recipient):
Can receive from A, B, AB, and O.
Can donate to AB only.
Type O blood (universal donor):
Can receive from O only.
Can donate to A, B, AB, and O.
2. Rh Factor Compatibility:
Rh-positive (Rh+) blood:
Can receive from Rh+ or Rh- blood.
Can donate to Rh+ blood only.
Rh-negative (Rh-) blood:
Can receive only from Rh- blood.
Can donate to Rh+ and Rh- blood.
