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Anatomy Unit 7: Part 1 Flashcards

1
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What are the main functions of blood?

A

Transportation, Heat Distribution, and Fluid Regulation.

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What are the 4 components of blood?

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Red Blood cells, White Blood Cells, Platelets, and Plasma.

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What is another name for Red Blood Cells?

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Erythrocytes.

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What is another name for White Blood Cells?

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Leukocytes.

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What is another name for Platelets?

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Thrombocytes.

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6
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What blood makes up the most percentage of the body?

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Plasma at 55%.

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7
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What are the defining characteristics of Red Blood Cells?

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They have no nucleus carry hemoglobin, and take a biconcave disc shape.

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What molecule on Red Blood Cells functions in binding oxygen, and what color does it turn when it binds to oxygen?

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Hemoglobin, which turns red once binded to oxygen.

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What is hemoglobin mainly composed of?

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Iron.

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What is another name for White Blood Cells?

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Leukocytes.

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What is the main function of white blood cells?

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To defend against diseases and other pathogens.

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What is another name for Platelets?

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Thrombocytes.

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13
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What specifically are Platelets?

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Cell fragments that clog blood.

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What is Plasma mainly composed of?

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Water.

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What are the main functions of Plasma?

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To transport nutrients & gases, and regulate fluid & electrolyte balance.

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What is agglutination?

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The clumping of red blood cells.

17
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What are Antigens?

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Proteins found on the outside of blood cells.

18
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What is the main function of Antigens?

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To cause an immune response against a substance in the body.

19
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Which Antigens determine blood type?

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A, B, and Rh.

20
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Which blood type is considered the universal receiver?

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AB+

21
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Which blood type is considered the universal donor?

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O-

22
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How does Rh factor impact blood type?

A

Rh determines if blood is positive or negative.

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