Function of the blood Flashcards

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Six Main Functions

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  1. Transport of gases
  2. Transport of nutrients
  3. Transport of waste
  4. Maintain temperature
  5. Fights infections
  6. Clots wounds
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What else does the function of the blood do?

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  • Fight or flight reaction - adrenaline and cortisol transportation
  • Pituitary gland hormones controlling the reproduction systems in male and female
  • Insulin and blood glucose levels managed
  • Prescribe drugs inhales or taken orally is transported from the digestive system
  • Recreational drugs, alcohol are digested and smoking is inhaled, the effects take to the brain by the blood.
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