Blood Composition and Functions Quiz
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What is the composition of blood?

  • 30% Red Blood Cells and 70% White Blood Cells
  • 40% White Blood Cells and 60% Platelets
  • 45% Red Blood Corpuscles and 55% Plasma (correct)
  • 50% Plasma and 50% Platelets

    • What happens if you receive blood that is not compatible with your blood type?

  • Your body produces antibodies that destroy the donor's RBCs (correct)
  • It has no effect on your body
  • Your body accepts the blood with no issues
  • Your body rejects the blood immediately

    • What is the function of Red Blood Corpuscles?

  • Removal of CO2 and wastes from tissues
  • Gas exchange (correct)
  • Control of body temperature
  • Protection of the body

    • What is the basis of the Rh system?

    <p>Three types of Rhesus (Rh) antigens on the surface of RBCs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main cause of Rh incompatibility during pregnancy?

    <p>The presence of Rh antibodies in the baby's blood (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the life span of Red Blood Corpuscles?

    <p>80-120 days (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the treatment for Rh incompatibility during pregnancy?

    <p>Administering anti-Rh antibodies to the mother (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which white blood cell type is responsible for cellular immunity and rejection of transplanted organs?

    <p>T-Lymphocytes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of eosinophils in the body?

    <p>Regulation of allergy and destruction of parasites (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of white blood cell plays a key role in acute inflammation and phagocytosis of foreign invaders?

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

    What is the primary function of Red Blood Corpuscles?

    <p>Removing carbon dioxide from tissues and cells (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes an incompatible blood transfusion reaction?

    <p>Receiving blood with a different ABO blood type (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of blood type is considered the universal blood donor?

    <p>Blood Type O (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the basis of the Rh system for blood typing?

    <p>Presence of Rhesus (Rh) antigens on the surface of RBCs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of White Blood Cells (Leukocytes) in the body?

    <p>Key role in acute inflammation and phagocytosis of foreign invaders (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the life span of Red Blood Corpuscles (RBCs)?

    <p>80-120 days (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which blood type is referred to as Rh positive?

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

    What causes Rh incompatibility during pregnancy?

    <p>Stimulation of anti-Rh antibodies in the mother's immune system (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the treatment for Rh incompatibility during pregnancy?

    <p>Phototherapy using fluorescent light (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which white blood cell type plays a key role in acute inflammation and phagocytosis of foreign invaders?

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

    What is the function of eosinophils in the body?

    <p>Regulate allergies and destroy parasites (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which white blood cell type is responsible for rejecting transplanted organs and skin grafts?

    <p>T-Lymphocytes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of monocytes in the body?

    <p>Develop into macrophages for wound healing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens in Rh incompatibility when a woman who is Rh-negative becomes pregnant?

    <p>Her immune system reacts to create Rh antibodies that attack the baby's blood cells (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of Basophils in the body?

    <p>Secrete histamine and heparin involved in allergic reactions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which blood type is most common among the population?

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

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