Anatomy and Physiology: Blood

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What is the liquid portion of the blood?

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Plasma

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Which of the following is not a trigger to release EPO? Hypoxia due to decreased RBC's, Decreased oxygen availability, Increased tissue demand for oxygen, Not enough white blood cells?

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Not enough white blood cells.

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What is bleeding from blood vessels within the brain called?

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Cerebral Hemorrhage.

Front

Which cell type will make antibodies?

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B Cells.

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Which anemia is due to the destruction or inhibition of red bone marrow?

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Aplastic Anemia.

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What are the main components of blood?

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

Front

What is the primary function of red blood cells?

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To transport oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues.

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What is the role of white blood cells in the body?

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To defend against infections and foreign substances.

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What is the function of platelets in the blood?

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To aid in blood clotting.

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What triggers the production of erythropoietin (EPO)?

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Low oxygen levels in the blood.