Hematology Flashcards
Define hematology
the study of blood
Define hematopoiesis
the formation of blood
Define hemostasis
the stopping of blood
Define erythrocytes
red blood cells
Define leukocytes
white blood cells
Define megakaryocytes
large nucleus cells
Define thrombocytopenia
blood clot cell deficiency
Define thrombocytosis
blood clot cell condition
Define leukopenia
white blood cell deficiency
Define leukocytosis
white blood cell condition
Define polycythemia
multiple pulmonary blood cells
Define anemia
lacking blood
What organs produce white blood cells
bone/bone marrow
lymph tissue
What organs produce red blood cells
liver
What is the role of erythrocytes
they’re red blood cells and are responsible for oxygen delivery
Function of megakaryocytes
they form platelets which respond, transform, and adhere to one another
What are the steps of hemostasis
Vasoconstriction
Platelet plug formation
Formation of a fibrin clot - coagulation
How does the lymphatic system support the circulatory system
Transportation
Absorption
Protection
Manufacture
