Blood Flashcards
1
Q
What are the functions of blood?
A
Transportation, Regulation, and Defense system
2
Q
What is the liquid portion of the blood called?
A
Plasma
3
Q
What is the name of RBC’s?
A
Erythrocytes
4
Q
What is the name of WBC’s?
A
Leukocytes
5
Q
What is the name of Platelets?
A
Thrombocytes
6
Q
What percent of water is in the blood?
A
93%
7
Q
What is the purpose of erythrocytes?
A
Carry oxygen
8
Q
What is the purpose of Thrombocytes?
A
Help prevent leaks from damaged blood vessels
9
Q
What is the purpose of Leukocytes?
A
They are Granulocytic or agranulocytic and have multiple functions
10
Q
What is Hematopoiesis?
A
Production of blood cells
11
Q
Where does hematopoiesis occur?
A
Red bone marrow
