PBS - 2.1.4 Review

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What are platelets?

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Cell fragments that assist with blood clotting.

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What is the function of platelets?

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To form clots (i.e. scabs) when you have cuts.

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What does CBC stand for?

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Complete Blood Count.

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What do red blood cells (RBC) do?

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Transport oxygen around the body.

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What is hemoglobin (HB/Hgb)?

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A protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen.

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What does HCT stand for?

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Hematocrit, the proportion of blood volume that is occupied by red blood cells.

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What is LDL cholesterol known as?

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The 'bad' cholesterol.

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What is HDL cholesterol known as?

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The 'good' cholesterol.

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What cholesterol levels are associated with heart health?

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Low LDL and high HDL.

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What is the role of white blood cells (WBC)?

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To fight infections and protect the body.