Lesson 3 (Chapter 5: Structures of the Blood System) Flashcards
1
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Erythrocytes
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Red blood cells, which are filled with hemoglobin and carry oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body,
2
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Leukocytes
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White blood cells, which defend against infection.
3
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Thrombocytes
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Platelets, which help the blood to clot when an injury occurs.
4
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Type O+
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The most common blood type in the United States.
5
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Type AB+
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The universal recipient (can receive from all blood types).
6
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Type O–
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The universal donor (can donate to all blood types).
