Blood

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What type of blood do you have if you have no antigens on your red blood cells?

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Type O blood.

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What is the primary function of platelets in the blood?

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To form clots (i.e. scabs) when you have cuts.

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What are the main components of blood?

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Blood is made of plasma, red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.

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Which component of blood carries oxygen around the body?

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Red blood cells.

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What percentage of blood is made up of plasma?

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Plasma makes up around 55% of the blood.

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What are antigens and where are they found?

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Antigens are substances that can trigger an immune response and are found on the surface of red blood cells.

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What is the role of red blood cells in the circulatory system?

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Red blood cells transport oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues and return carbon dioxide from the tissues back to the lungs.

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What is the liquid component of blood called?

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Plasma.

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What is the function of white blood cells?

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White blood cells are part of the immune system and help the body fight infections.

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How do platelets contribute to hemostasis?

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Platelets aggregate at the site of a blood vessel injury to form a plug and release chemicals that promote clotting.