Chapter 2 Flashcards
What is an antibody?
A complex protein substance that is produced as a response to foreign substances such as bacteria viruses or other proteins in order to protect I repeat protect the body
Where is the antecubital fossa?
It’s the area located in the middle of the arm in front of the elbow where the most commonly used veins venipuncture are located
What is an anticoagulant
Any agent that prevents blood from clotting
What is an antigen
A substance that causes the formation of an antibody when introduced into blood or tissue
What is the cytoplasm
The area of a cell outside the nucleus
What is diapedesis
The process by which certain white blood cells can exit the capillaries and enter the tissues in response to pathogens
What is an eosinophil
Leukocyte that aids the body inviting parasites and occurs in increase number in patients with allergies
What is an erythrocyte
Red blood cell containing hemoglobin it’s responsible for transporting oxygen and carbon dioxide
What is a fibrin
Threadlike strains of protein formed by the action of thrombin on fibrinogen
What is a hematoma
A collection of blood under the skin due to leakage of blood from a punctured pain or artery
What is hemostasis
The process of coagulation or clot formation that repairs vessel damage and stops blood loss
What is a Leukocyte
White blood cell whos main function is combating infection and removing disintegrating tissues
What is a lymphocyte
Leukocyte that multiplies in lymphoid tissue and has a role in the body’s immune system
What is a monocyte
Large leukocyte formed in the bone marrow that ingests bacteria old red blood cells and debris in the tissues
What is a neutrophil
Leukocyte the Engulfs and digest pathogens found in tissue
