WORKBOOK

Question 1

What hormone is responsible for RBC production (erythropoiesis)

Answer 1

Erythropoeitin (EPO)

Question 2

What name is given to an immature RBC

Answer 2

Reticulocyte

Question 3

Identify 3 situations RBC production would increase?

Answer 3

1. Extensive blood loss
2. Inadequate RBC production or HB deficiency
3. Hyperaemia (caused by infections, low altitude and respiratory conditions)

Question 4

what is a clotting factor

Answer 4

inactive blood proteins which quickly become active enzymes when needed.

Question 5

3 function of platelets

Answer 5

1.platelets release chemicals which increase vasoconstriction
2. can initiate the intrusive pathway of coagulation
3. form a platelet plug by recruiting aggravated addition platelets
4. facilitates clot retraction by drawing the ends of a damaged vessel together