Physiology 2: VII & VIII Flashcards
Functions of Blood
- Transports nutrients, O2, CO2, wastes, and hormones
- Maintains interstitial fluid stability
- Distributes heat
RBC Function
Carry 02/Hemoglobin
WBC Function
Protect Against Infection
Platelets Function
Blood Clotting
Origin of Blood Cells
Red Bone Marrow
Hormone that Stimulates Erythropoisesis
Erythropoietin
Origin of Erythropoietin
Kidneys and Liver
Where Damaged RBCs are Removed
Liver and Spleen
Most Numerous WBCs
Neutrophils
WBCs that moderate allergic reactions
Eosinophils
WBCs that release heparin and histamine
Basophils
Largest WBC
It becomes a macrophage when it exits the blood
Monocytes
WBCs that provide immunity
Lymphocytes (T-Cells and B-Cells)
Most common plasma protein
Regulates osmotic pressure
Albumin
Antigen of A Blood Type
A Antigen
Antibodies of A Blood Type
B Antibodies
Antigen of B Blood Type
B Antigen
Antibodies of B Blood Type
A Antibodies
Antigen of AB Blood Type (universal recipient)
A and B Antigen
Antibodies of AB Blood Type (universal recipient)
No Antibodies
Antigen of O Blood Type (universal donor)
No Antigens
Antibodies of O Blood Type (universal donor)
A and B Antibodies
The Blood Clotting Process
Hemostasis