Part 1 Forensics Ch. 8 Serology pp 282-314

Front

What is another name for an erythrocyte?

Back

Red blood cell.

Front

What is the rarest blood type in the US?

Back

AB.

Front

What kind of antigens does Type AB blood have?

Back

A antigens and B antigens.

Front

When you have two identical alleles for a trait, you are said to be _________________________?

Back

Homozygous.

Front

Which allele combination is heterozygous for type B blood?

Back

BO.

Front

What is the function of erythrocytes in the human body?

Back

To transport oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues and carry carbon dioxide back to the lungs.

Front

What are the main components of blood?

Back

Red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and plasma.

Front

What is the role of platelets in the blood?

Back

To help with blood clotting.

Front

What is the difference between antigens and antibodies?

Back

Antigens are substances that trigger an immune response, while antibodies are proteins produced by the immune system to neutralize antigens.

Front

What blood type is considered the universal donor?

Back

Type O.