10 Questions
What is the average amount of plasma in the blood of an average person?
3 L
Where are white blood cells (leukocytes) primarily produced?
Bone marrow
Which organ is the only site of production of erythrocytes, granulocytes, and platelets shortly after birth?
Bone marrow
What is included in a complete blood count (CBC) that is not included in a hemogram?
Differential WBC
Where does hematopoiesis occur before birth?
Liver
What distinguishes granulocytes from agranulocytes?
Containment of distinctive granules and multilobed nucleus
What is the main influence of the endocrine system on leukocytes in the blood?
All of the above
What is the term used for nongranulocytic leukocytes?
Mononuclear leukocytes
What is the impact of a local inflammatory process on leukocytes?
Mobilization of leukocytes
What is the significance of the term 'PMNs' in laboratory terminology?
Refers to granulocytes
Test your knowledge about the components of blood with this quiz! Explore the functions of plasma and blood cells, including white cells, red cells, and platelets. Learn about the origins of these components and their roles in the circulatory system.
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