Chapter 11.1 Components Of Blood Flashcards
A red blood cell that contains hemoglobin and carries oxygen.
Erythrocyte.
The fluid portion of the blood.
Plasma.
The reduction in blood oxygen due to low levels of hemoglobin or poor red blood cell production.
Anemia.
A white blood cell.
Leukocyte.
A component of blood responsible for initiating blood clotting.
Platelet.
A blood clot that forms within a blood vessel and blocks it.
Thrombus.
A blood clot that dislodges and is carried by the circulatory system to another part of the body.
Embolus.
A substance, usually protein that simulates the formation of an antibody.
Antigen.
A protein formed within the blood that reacts with an antigen.
Antibody.
The clumping of blood cells caused by antigens and antibodies.
Agglutination.