Lecture 13 Flashcards
1
Q
What are the three general functions of the blood?
A
Transport
Immune response
Coagulation
2
Q
What is hematopoiesis is the formation of A. Platelets B. Blood cels C. Capillaries D. Cancer cells
A
B
3
Q
Where is hematopoiesis initiated?
A
In red bone marrow. this contains hemocytoblasts.
4
Q
Hemocytoblasts are…
A
The progenitors for all blood cells.
5
Q
What is EPO?
A
A hormone that is produced by the kidney. EPO helps make red blood cells.
