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Hematologic System Flashcards

1
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What is the primary function of red blood cells?

A

To transport oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body.

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2
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True or False: White blood cells are primarily responsible for clotting.

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False

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3
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What is the liquid component of blood called?

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Plasma

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4
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Fill in the blank: Hemoglobin is a protein that carries _______ in red blood cells.

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oxygen

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5
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What is the normal range of hemoglobin for adult males?

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14 to 18 g/dL
grams per deciliter.

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6
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Which type of white blood cell is primarily involved in allergic reactions?

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Basophils

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7
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What is thrombocytopenia?

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A condition characterized by low platelet count.

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8
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True or False: Platelets are also known as thrombocytes.

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True

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9
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What is the function of the spleen in the hematologic system?

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To filter blood and remove old or damaged blood cells.

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10
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What is the role of bone marrow in the hematologic system?

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To produce blood cells.

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11
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What is the medical term for the process of blood cell production?

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Hematopoiesis

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12
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Which vitamin is essential for proper blood clotting?

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Vitamin K

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13
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Fill in the blank: The main type of white blood cell involved in fighting infections is _______.

A

Neutrophils

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14
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What is anemia?

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A condition where there is a deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin.

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15
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True or False: Iron is necessary for the production of hemoglobin.

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True

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16
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What is the function of neutrophils?

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To engulf and destroy pathogens.

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17
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Which blood type is known as the universal donor?

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Type O

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18
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What is the primary component of plasma?

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Water

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19
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Fill in the blank: Hemolysis is the breakdown of _______.

A

red blood cells

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20
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What is a common symptom of thrombocytopenia?

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Easy bruising

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21
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What does a complete blood count (CBC) measure?

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The amounts and sizes of your red blood cells, hemoglobin, white blood cells and platelets.

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22
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True or False: Lymphocytes are a type of red blood cell.

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False

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23
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What is hemophilia?

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A genetic disorder that impairs the body’s ability to make blood clots.

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24
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Fill in the blank: The main function of plasma proteins is to maintain _______ pressure.

A

osmotic

25
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Which condition is characterized by high levels of white blood cells?

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Leukemia

26
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What is the role of macrophages in the hematologic system?

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To phagocytize (engulf) pathogens and dead cells.

27
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True or False: Blood transfusions can only be performed with matching blood types.

A

True

28
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What is the primary role of B cells?

A

To produce antibodies.

29
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What does the term ‘coagulation’ refer to?

A

The process of blood clotting.

30
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Fill in the blank: The antigen present on type A blood is _______.

A

A

31
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What is polycythemia?

A

An increase in the number of red blood cells in the bloodstream.

32
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Which hormone stimulates the production of red blood cells?

A

Erythropoietin

33
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True or False: Sickle cell is a form of anemia.

A

True

34
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What is the function of fibrin in the clotting process?

A

To form a mesh that stabilizes the blood clot.

35
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What is the primary site of blood cell production in adults?

A

Bone marrow

36
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Fill in the blank: The normal range of white blood cells is _______ to _______ cells per microliter of blood.

A

5,000 to 9,000

37
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What is the main function of T cells?

A

To kill infected host cells and activate other immune cells.

38
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What is thrombosis?

A

The formation of a blood clot inside a blood vessel.

39
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True or False: Hemoglobin can carry carbon dioxide as well as oxygen.

A

True

40
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What is the primary cause of iron-deficiency anemia?

A

Insufficient iron intake or absorption.

41
Q

Fill in the blank: The main type of leukocyte involved in allergic responses is _______.

A

basophils

42
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What is the purpose of a blood smear?

A

To examine blood cells under a microscope for abnormalities.

43
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What is the function of the lymphatic system in relation to the hematologic system?

A

To transport lymph, which contains white blood cells, and to return excess interstitial fluid to the bloodstream.

44
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True or False: Hematocrit is the percentage of blood volume that is made up of red blood cells.

A

True

45
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What does the term ‘leukopenia’ refer to?

A

A decrease in the number of white blood cells.

46
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Fill in the blank: The most abundant type of plasma protein is _______.

A

albumin

47
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What is the role of interleukins?

A

To mediate communication between white blood cells.

48
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What is a common treatment for anemia?

A

Iron supplements

49
Q

True or False: Blood type AB has both A and B antigens.

A

True

50
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What is the primary function of the kidneys in relation to the hematologic system?

A

To produce erythropoietin, which stimulates red blood cell production.

51
Q

Fill in the blank: The presence of _______ in the blood indicates an infection.

A

white blood cells

52
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What is the main function of plasma in the blood?

A

To transport nutrients, hormones, and waste products.

53
Q

True or False: All blood types can receive blood from any other type.

A

False

54
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What is the term for the process of blood cell formation in the fetus?

A

Extramedullary hematopoiesis

55
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What are the two main types of leukocytes?

A

Granulocytes and agranulocytes.

56
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Fill in the blank: The _______ is responsible for filtering blood and recycling iron from red blood cells.

A

spleen

57
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What is the function of serum?

A

To provide nutrients and hormones to the body, and to carry waste products.

58
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True or False: Blood can be classified as either arterial or venous.

A

True

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