Blood Flashcard

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This type of blood is considered the universal acceptor.

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Type AB

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What is the function of blood?

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Transfer heat, Excrete wastes, Distribute oxygen and nutrients

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The liquid part of blood.

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Plasma

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The protein that carries oxygen

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Hemoglobin

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Leukocytes and Erythrocytes are made by this type of cell.

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Hemocytoblasts

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The type of anemia that causes erythrocytes to be misshapen?

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Sickle Cell Anemia

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This type of Anemia causes excess red blood cells to be created and prevents blood from flowing properly.

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Polycythemia

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These blood cells protect the body against invading microbes

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Leukocytes

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This is the most abundant Leukocyte and engulfs microbes.

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Neutrophils

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An Abnormally high level of White blood cells usually indicates a bacterial or viral infection and is called

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Leukocytosis