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What is the primary role of erythropoietin?
What is the primary role of erythropoietin?
- To increase the production of red blood cells. (correct)
- To enhance oxygen transport in hemoglobin.
- To stimulate the production of platelets.
- To serve as a blood clotting factor.
Which blood component functions to prevent clotting?
Which blood component functions to prevent clotting?
- Albumin
- Histamine
- Fibrinogen
- Heparin (correct)
Which of the following statements about basophils is correct?
Which of the following statements about basophils is correct?
- Basophils are primarily responsible for oxygen transport.
- Basophils form the bulk of the blood's immune response.
- Basophils release histamine during allergic reactions. (correct)
- Basophils are involved in regulating red blood cell production.
What does the hematocrit measure?
What does the hematocrit measure?
Which of the following is true about agranulocytes?
Which of the following is true about agranulocytes?
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Hemoglobin
Hemoglobin
A protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen throughout the body.
Erythropoietin
Erythropoietin
A hormone released by the kidneys that stimulates the production of red blood cells.
Basophil
Basophil
A mature white blood cell that contains heparin and histamine. It is involved in allergic reactions.
Agranulocyte
Agranulocyte
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Hematocrit
Hematocrit
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