Blood and bleeding dysfunction Flashcards
1
Q
What is the function of monocytes?
A
respond to inflammation and antigenic stimuli. phagocytosis.
2
Q
What is the function of eosinophils?
A
mediate hypersensitivty reactions
3
Q
What is the function of basophils?
A
allergic and inflammatory conditions
4
Q
What are the 3 types of lymphocytes and subtypes?
A
B cells, T cells (CD4 and CD8), Natural killer cells
5
Q
How do platelets adhere to vessel walls?
A
Von willebrands factor is found in the vessel wall and is exposed in damage. vWF contains factor 8.
6
Q
What are the functions of platelets?
A
adhere to vessel wall, secretion of ADP and fibrinogen, aggregation, activation and release of coagulation factors
