Blood Components and Functions Flashcard

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What is another name for red blood cells?

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Erythrocytes

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What is agglutination?

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Clotting of the blood

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Which blood type can receive from everyone?

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AB+

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What is the main role of white blood cells?

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Defense mechanism

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Which blood type will agglutinate with anti-B antibodies?

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B & AB

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What is the primary function of platelets?

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Clotting of blood

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What component of blood is responsible for transporting oxygen?

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Hemoglobin in red blood cells

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What are leukocytes?

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White blood cells that are part of the immune system

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What is the function of plasma in blood?

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Transport nutrients, hormones, and waste products

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What is the significance of blood type O?

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Universal donor; can donate to any blood type