Blood

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of blood?

• Transporting oxygen and nutrients.

• Regulating body temperature and pH levels.

• Producing hormones for the endocrine system.

• Protecting against infection and preventing blood loss.

What makes blood unique compared to other body parts that science has learned to replace or synthesize?

• It is the only body component that can be 3D printed.

• It is the only body component that can be grown on trees.

• It is the only body component that cannot be reproduced, synthesized, or imitated by current science.

• It is the only body component that does not require transfusions.

What is the name of the device/equipment used in separating blood?

• Centimetre

• Blood spinner

• Centrifuge

• Centrispin device

When whole blood is separated by centrifugation, which component forms the bottom-most, heavy red layer?

• Plasma

• Platelets

• Leukocytes

• Erythrocytes

What is the most abundant component of blood plasma by volume?

• Proteins

• Electrolytes

• Water

• Hormones

What is the immediate response of a blood vessel to a rupture?

• Platelets begin to form a plug

• Fibrin threads start to weave a mesh

• The blood vessel constricts itself

• Red blood cells are released from the vessel

What protein forms a mesh to reinforce the platelet plug during blood clotting?

• Collagen

• Fibrin

• Antigen

• Glycoprotein

Individuals with hemophilia typically have difficulty with which part of the hemostasis process?

• Initial blood vessel constriction

• Platelet plug formation

• Creating an effective fibrin clot

• Replacing endothelial cells

Which blood type is considered the universal recipient because it lacks anti-A and anti-B antibodies?

• Type A

• Type B

• Type AB

• Type O