Blood Disorders Exam--Pathophysiology

Front

Which component of blood is responsible for clotting?

Back

Thrombocyte

Front

These cells in the blood that fight infections.

Back

Leukocyte

Front

Where does blood cells originate from?

Back

Bone marrow

Front

What is the process called in which a single stem cell develops into different types of blood cells?

Back

Hematopoiesis

Front

Which part of the bone contains red marrow?

Back

Spongy bone

Front

Where is the spleen located?

Back

LUQ

Front

Erythrocytes are biconcave, flexible discs and are non-nucleated when mature. True or False?

Back

True

Front

What protein do erythrocytes contain that allows them to carry oxygen?

Back

hemoglobin

Front

How long do erythrocytes live approximately?

Back

Approximately 120 days.

Front

What is the normal range of leukocytes in the blood?

Back

4,500-11,000 /mm3