Blood Composition and Function

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

<p>To carry oxygen and carbon dioxide between lungs and tissues (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Leukopenia (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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The fluid component of blood that makes up 55% of its volume, primarily composed of water and containing dissolved nutrients, proteins, gases, and waste products.

The red blood cells (RBCs) responsible for carrying oxygen from the lungs to the tissues and carbon dioxide back to the lungs.

The process of forming blood clots to stop bleeding by converting fibrinogen into fibrin.

White blood cells that have granules in their cytoplasm, involved in fighting infections.

The most common type of granulocyte, which are highly motile and play a key role in inflammation and wound healing.

A type of white blood cell with a bilobed nucleus and granules in its cytoplasm. They play a role in allergic reactions and parasitic infections.

A type of white blood cell that releases histamine and other chemicals involved in inflammation and preventing blood clotting.

The functional unit of the immune system, responsible for recognizing and fighting off pathogens. They have long lifespans and play a crucial role in defense.

The largest type of white blood cell, which originates in the bone marrow and differentiates into various types of phagocytes. They engulf and destroy harmful substances.

Small, membrane-bound cell fragments responsible for blood clotting and wound repair. They have a lifespan of 10 days and contain various zones with specific functions.