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What is the primary function of blood in regulating processes for homeostasis?
What is the primary function of blood in regulating processes for homeostasis?
- Transporting vital substances (correct)
- Distributing heat throughout the body
- Maintaining interstitial fluid stability
- Protecting against infection
What is the approximate amount of blood in an adult male?
What is the approximate amount of blood in an adult male?
- 7 to 8 liters
- 4 to 5 liters
- 3 to 4 liters
- 5 to 6 liters (correct)
Where are formed elements, such as red blood cells and platelets, primarily formed?
Where are formed elements, such as red blood cells and platelets, primarily formed?
- White bone marrow
- Red bone marrow (correct)
- Yellow bone marrow
- Lymph nodes
What percentage of blood volume is composed of plasma?
What percentage of blood volume is composed of plasma?
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What is the name of the layer that makes up a small percentage of a centrifuged blood sample?
What is the name of the layer that makes up a small percentage of a centrifuged blood sample?
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What is the term for the percentage of red blood cells in a blood sample?
What is the term for the percentage of red blood cells in a blood sample?
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