Chapter 4.1 The blood Flashcards
What is the function of plasma in the blood?
A liquid called plasma makes up about half of the content of blood. Plasma contains proteins that help blood to clot, transport substances through the blood, and perform other functions. Blood plasma also contains glucose and other dissolved nutrients.
What is the function of red blood cells?
Red blood cells, also called erythrocytes. The primary function of red blood cells is to transport oxygen to body cells and deliver carbon dioxide to the lungs. Your red blood cells contain haemoglobin that binds to oxygen.
What is the function of white blood cells?
These cells help fight infections by attacking bacteria, viruses, and germs that invade the body. White blood cells originate in the bone marrow but circulate throughout the bloodstream.
What is the function of platelets?
Platelets, also called thrombocytes, are a component of blood whose function is to react to bleeding from blood vessel injury by clumping, thereby initiating a blood clot.
Where is urea formed?
Urea is formed in the liver from the breakdown of excess proteins is carried to your kidneys where it is removed from your blood to form urine.
