BLOOD & LYMPH Flashcards
White blood cells are known as
Leukocytes
The largest lymphatic organ in the body is the
Spleen
A thrombus is
A clot that stays where it is formed
They are called an erythrocytes
Red Blood Cells
This is the largest lymphatic duct; 75% of all lymph in the body flows to this duct
Thoracic Duct
B-Cells are known as the _____ cells
Antibody
They make up the majority of the formed elements
Red Blood Cells
T-Cells are known as the _____ cells
Attack
They contain hemoglobin
Red Blood Cells
This lymphatic organ functions as a “BC grave yard” and reservoir for one (1) pint of blood:
Spleen
This Skeletal muscle is critical for moving
lymph from the lower legs towards lymphatic
vessels: it is called the “Second Heart”.
Soleus
Thrombocytes, leukocytes, & erythrocytes are considered
Formed Elements
This lymphatic organ is also an endocrine gland; it is where a T-Lymphocyte matures
Thymus
What is the primary function of the Lymphatic System?
Immunity
Having an excessively ______ number of red blood cells and/or white blood cells is dangerous for the body.
High
The primary function of the red blood cell is to transport this critical gas to the lungs
Carbon Dioxide
This WBC is responsible for the production of histamine and heparin
Basophils
Which are there more of in the human body
Erythrocytes
The granular WBCs are comprised of the
Neutrophils, Eosinophils, Basophils
Which cell needs iron to bond with 02:
Erythrocytes
Which cell has a bi- concave (or donut) shape:
Erythrocytes
Which cell contains hemoglobin to carry oxygen
Erythrocytes
The body produces these proteins in response to exposure of an Antigen
Antibodies
The Vitamin which assists or aids the blood clotting process is
Vitamin k
