The Blood Flashcards
1
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Human circulatory system
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The blood, blood vessels and heart make up the human circulatory system which transports substances to and from the body cells.
2
Q
Plasma
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Plasma contains blood cells and transports proteins around the body.
3
Q
White blood cells
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White blood cells help protect the body against infection.
4
Q
Platelets
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Cell fragments that start the clotting process at wound sites.
5
Q
Blood vessels
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Blood flows around the body in blood vessels
6
Q
Types of blood vessels
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Veins
Arteries
Capillaries
7
Q
What do valves do?
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Valves prevent back flow, making sure our blood is flowing the right way.
8
Q
Stents
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Stents are used to keep blocked or narrowed arteries open.
9
Q
Statins
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Statins reduce cholesterol levels in the blood, reducing the risk of coronary heart disease.
