Different Types of Blood Cells

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What are the main types of blood cells?

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Red Blood Cells (RBCs), White Blood Cells (WBCs), Platelets, Plasma.

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What is the primary function of Red Blood Cells (RBCs)?

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To 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 White Blood Cells (WBCs)?

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To fight infection and protect the body against foreign invaders.

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What are Platelets responsible for?

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Stopping bleeding by clumping and forming plugs in blood vessel injuries.

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What is Plasma?

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The yellowish liquid component of blood that carries nutrients, hormones, and proteins throughout the body.

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What does a high White Blood Cell (WBC) count indicate?

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It could indicate infection, leukemia, or leukocytosis.

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What is leukocytosis?

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A condition characterized by an increased number of white blood cells in the blood.

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How do Platelets function in the clotting process?

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They adhere to the site of a blood vessel injury and aggregate to form a temporary plug.

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What is the lifespan of Red Blood Cells (RBCs)?

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Approximately 120 days.

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What is the difference between the functions of RBCs and WBCs?

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RBCs transport oxygen and carbon dioxide, while WBCs are involved in immune response and fighting infections.