Blood Coagulation and ABO System Overview

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What is the primary focus of the test mentioned?

Patient-specific clotting factors

Factors involved in the extrinsic pathway

Factors involved in the intrinsic pathway (correct)

Overall clotting time analysis

What is the expected range for clotting time according to the content?

10-15 min

5-10 min (correct)

3-8 min

0-5 min

Which of the following pathways is NOT associated with the test?

Extrinsic pathway (correct)

Common pathway

Intrinsic pathway

Fibrinolytic pathway

If the clotting time falls outside the expected range, what might this indicate?

Possibility of a clotting disorder Signup and view all the answers

Which of these factors is likely NOT involved in the intrinsic pathway?

Factor VII Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of thrombin in blood coagulation?

It converts fibrinogen to fibrin monomer. Signup and view all the answers

What type of antibodies do Group A red blood cells (rbc's) have?

No antibodies Signup and view all the answers

What structural property do fibrin fibers exhibit in a clot?

They form a meshwork running in all directions. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding Group AB red blood cells?

They have surface antigens A and B and no antibodies. Signup and view all the answers

How does the clot formed contribute to hemostasis?

It prevents blood loss from vascular openings. Signup and view all the answers

What is formed after the polymerization of fibrin monomers?

Fibrin meshwork. Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of Group A red blood cells?

They have surface antigen A and no antibodies. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the clot once it forms?

It solidifies and prevents blood loss. Signup and view all the answers

Which blood group has both antigens A and B?

Group AB Signup and view all the answers

What is the defining feature of Group AB red blood cells concerning antibodies?

They have no antibodies. Signup and view all the answers

What determines the ABO blood classification?

The presence or absence of agglutinogens on red blood cells Signup and view all the answers

Which antigens are present in the ABO blood group system?

Type A and Type B Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of agglutinogens in blood classification?

They are antigens present on the surface of red blood cells Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the encoding of ABO blood types?

They are determined by the presence of specific antigens Signup and view all the answers

In terms of blood classification, which antigen is NOT part of the ABO system?

Type Rh Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of helper T cells in the immune system?

Regulate immune responses by producing lymphokines Signup and view all the answers

What proportion of total T cells do helper T cells constitute?

Approximately 75% Signup and view all the answers

Which type of T cell primarily functions to directly attack and kill infected cells?

Cytotoxic T cells Signup and view all the answers

What role do suppressor T cells mainly serve in the immune system?

Regulating and dampening immune reactions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about T helper cells is incorrect?

They directly kill pathogens and infected cells. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Fibrinogen to Fibrin Conversion

Thrombin (IIa) acts on fibrinogen (Factor I) to produce fibrin monomer (Factor Ia)
Fibrin monomers spontaneously polymerize into long fibrin fibers
Fibrin fibers form the reticulum of the clot
The clot is a network of fibrin fibers that traps blood cells, platelets, and plasma.
The clot adheres to vascular openings to prevent blood loss

Intrinsic Pathway

This test is sensitive to factors involved in the intrinsic pathway.
The expected clotting time range is 5-10 minutes.

ABO Blood System

The ABO blood system classification depends on the presence or absence of agglutinogens (antigens) on red blood cell surfaces.
Two antigens, type A and type B, occur on the surface of red blood cells.
Group A red blood cells have surface antigen A and antibody B.
Group AB red blood cells have surface antigens A & B and no antibodies.

T Helper Cells

T helper cells constitute about 75% of total T cells.
T helper cells are major regulators of immune function.
T helper cells produce protein mediators called lymphokines.

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This quiz covers essential concepts related to blood coagulation, including the conversion of fibrinogen to fibrin, the intrinsic pathway, and the ABO blood classification system. Test your understanding of hemostasis and the immune components in blood. Perfect for anyone studying hematology or related fields!