lifespan of cells Flashcards
1
Q
The normal lifespan of a platelet is around
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7-10 days.
2
Q
The normal lifespan of a monocyte is
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2-5 days.
3
Q
The normal lifespan of a red blood cell is
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110-120 days
4
Q
Neutrophils are very short-lived and are thought to survive for around
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1-2days
5
Q
Memory B cells and plasma cells may live for
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months years
6
Q
transfused red cells last around
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50-60 days
half
7
Q
Which of the following best describes the action of antithrombin III?
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