Blood Cell Abnormalities Quiz
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What is the main role of platelets in the blood?

  • Carrying oxygen
  • Fighting infection
  • Producing red blood cells
  • Initiating blood clot formation (correct)

In which condition are Heinz bodies usually associated with?

  • Anemia (correct)
  • Hypertension
  • Arthritis
  • Diabetes

Which type of anemia is characterized by basophilic stippling in red blood cells?

  • Hemolytic anemia
  • Sickle cell anemia
  • Thalassemia (correct)
  • Iron deficiency anemia

What does the presence of dacryocytes in the blood suggest?

<p>Bone marrow fibrosis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of megakaryocytes in the bone marrow?

<p>Producing platelets (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone primarily controls megakaryocyte development?

<p>Thrombopoietin (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of platelets in the blood clotting process?

<p>Releasing chemicals that attract other platelets (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What stimulates the activation of Von Willebrand factor in the plug formation process?

<p>Endothelins secreted by injured vascular endothelium (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in the hemostasis process?

<p>Vasoconstriction (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of GylcoproteinIIb/IIIa (GPIIb/IIIa) in plug formation?

<p>Attracting other platelets (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which step involves the formation of a blood clot that traps the platelets?

<p>Formation of a blood clot (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What triggers the coagulation cascade?

<p>Activation of clotting factors (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the chemicals involved in the coagulation cascade called?

<p>Clotting or coagulation factors (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the fibrinolysis process?

<p>Restoring blood flow (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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