Composition Of Bloox Flashcards
What is the main function of erythrocytes?
To transport oxygen from the lungs to the body’s tissues.
True or False: Erythrocytes contain a nucleus.
False
What is the primary component of erythrocytes that binds oxygen?
Hemoglobin
Fill in the blank: Erythrocytes are also known as __________.
Red blood cells
What is the average lifespan of an erythrocyte in the human body?
About 120 days
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a component of blood? A) Erythrocytes B) Leukocytes C) Neurons D) Platelets
C) Neurons
What hormone regulates the production of erythrocytes?
Erythropoietin
True or False: Erythrocytes are produced in the bone marrow.
True
What is the shape of an erythrocyte?
Biconcave disc
Fill in the blank: The process of erythrocyte formation is called __________.
Erythropoiesis
Multiple Choice: What is the primary role of hemoglobin? A) Immune response B) Oxygen transport C) Nutrient absorption D) Blood clotting
B) Oxygen transport
What is the normal range of erythrocytes in a microliter of blood for adult males?
4.7 to 6.1 million cells
What condition is characterized by a deficiency of red blood cells?
Anemia
True or False: Erythrocytes can divide and replicate.
False
What is the primary source of energy for erythrocytes?
Glycolysis
Fill in the blank: The destruction of erythrocytes occurs primarily in the __________.
Spleen
Multiple Choice: Which vitamin is essential for erythrocyte production? A) Vitamin A B) Vitamin B12 C) Vitamin C D) Vitamin D
B) Vitamin B12
What is the role of iron in erythrocytes?
It is a key component of hemoglobin that binds oxygen.
True or False: Erythrocytes can carry carbon dioxide as well as oxygen.
True
What is the term for the reduction in the number of erythrocytes in the blood?
Erythrocytopenia
What is the primary reason for the red color of blood?
The presence of oxygenated hemoglobin in erythrocytes.
Fill in the blank: The process by which erythrocytes are destroyed is called __________.
Hemolysis
Multiple Choice: Which of the following conditions can lead to increased erythrocyte production? A) Hypoxia B) Hyperoxia C) Dehydration D) All of the above
A) Hypoxia
What blood type is characterized by the presence of A antigens on erythrocytes?
Blood type A
