The Blood

Which of the following white blood cells is not a granulocyte?

• neutrophil

• lymphocyte

• basophil

• eosinophil

These play a role in blood clotting

• red blood cells

• plasma

• white blood cells

• platelets

Fibrin is a long thread-like fiber created by the combination of what two proteins?

• gamma globulin

• thrombin

• albumin

• fibrinogen

What is the thin layer of white blood cells and platelets called that is found in a blood sample that has been centrifuged?

• formed elements

• plasma

• buffy coat

• hemoglobin

What is gathering of platelets that forms a small mass at the site of an injury called?

• platelets

• hemostasis

• platelet plug

• hemomysis

The rupture of red blood cells as a result of disease or old age is called?

What is the percentage of total blood volume that is composed of red blood cells called?

• hematocrit

• hemolysis

• hemoglobin

• hemostasis

What is the hormone called that is secreated by the kidneys that stimulates the production of red blood cells called?

• erythropoiesis

• erythropoietin

• fibrin

• thrombocytes

What are the solid components of the blood called? It includes the red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.

What is the liquid component of the blood called?