Blood

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What are platelets?

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Cell fragments in the blood that help stop bleeding by clumping together.

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What is the function of erythrocytes?

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Erythrocytes, or red blood cells, transport oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues and carry carbon dioxide back to the lungs.

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What is the role of leukocytes?

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Leukocytes, or white blood cells, are part of the immune system and help the body fight infections.

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What is plasma?

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Plasma is the liquid component of blood that carries cells, nutrients, hormones, and waste products.

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What blood type can receive blood from both Type B and Type AB donors?

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Type AB blood can receive blood from both Type B and Type AB donors.

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What hormone is released by the kidneys in response to low oxygen levels in the blood?

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Erythropoietin is released by the kidneys to stimulate the production of red blood cells.

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What are the three steps of hemostasis?

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1. Vascular spasm 2. Platelet plug formation 3. Coagulation.

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What is the most abundant type of blood cell in the body?

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Erythrocytes are the most abundant type of blood cell.

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What is the function of hemoglobin?

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Hemoglobin is a protein in red blood cells that binds to oxygen and carries it throughout the body.

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What is the significance of blood type compatibility?

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Blood type compatibility is crucial for safe blood transfusions to prevent immune reactions.