Front

What means to block and obstruct?

Back

Occlude

Front

What are red blood cells?

Back

Erythrocytes

Front

When blood enters the right atrium, where is it coming from?

Back

The body

Front

Which supplies blood to the heart itself?

Back

Coronary arteries

Front

What is a device that can rapidly spin and is used to separate blood to find percentages of components?

Back

Centrifuge

Front

What is the primary function of erythrocytes?

Back

To transport oxygen from the lungs to the body and carbon dioxide from the body to the lungs.

Front

What is the role of leukocytes in the circulatory system?

Back

To defend the body against infection and foreign invaders.

Front

What is the function of thrombocytes?

Back

To aid in blood clotting and prevent bleeding.

Front

What is the pathway of blood flow through the heart starting from the right atrium?

Back

Right atrium → Right ventricle → Lungs → Left atrium → Left ventricle → Body.

Front

What is the significance of the coronary arteries?

Back

They supply blood to the heart muscle itself, ensuring it receives oxygen and nutrients.