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What is the main function of blood in the body?
What is the main function of blood in the body?
Where is the main site of blood production in the body?
Where is the main site of blood production in the body?
What is the ABO blood group system based on?
What is the ABO blood group system based on?
What are the four main blood groups defined by the ABO system?
What are the four main blood groups defined by the ABO system?
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Where are the antigens A and B carried in the ABO blood group system?
Where are the antigens A and B carried in the ABO blood group system?
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What is the main function of blood in the body?
What is the main function of blood in the body?
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Where is the main site of blood production in the body?
Where is the main site of blood production in the body?
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What is the ABO blood group system based on?
What is the ABO blood group system based on?
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What are the four main blood groups defined by the ABO system?
What are the four main blood groups defined by the ABO system?
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What are the functions of blood in the body?
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Study Notes
Blood Functions
- The main function of blood in the body is to transport oxygen, nutrients, and waste products between cells, tissues, and organs.
Blood Production
- The main site of blood production in the body is in the bone marrow.
ABO Blood Group System
- The ABO blood group system is based on the presence or absence of specific antigens on the surface of red blood cells.
- The four main blood groups defined by the ABO system are A, B, AB, and O.
- Antigens A and B are carried on the surface of red blood cells in the ABO blood group system.
Blood Functions (Detailed)
- Blood transports oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues and organs.
- Blood transports nutrients from the digestive system to the body's tissues and organs.
- Blood transports waste products from the body's tissues and organs to the excretory organs.
- Blood regulates the body's pH and temperature.
- Blood supports the immune system by transportation of white blood cells.
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Test your knowledge of blood diseases and the importance of hematology with this quiz. Explore the components and functions of blood as well as its significance in maintaining overall health.