10 Questions
What stain is commonly used to histologically examine blood films?
Giemsa Stain
What is the main function of blood?
Transporting oxygen and nutrients to tissues
What gives unstained red blood cells their natural color?
Hemoglobin
Where are old red blood corpuscles trapped for hemolysis to occur?
Spleen
What is the average lifespan of red blood cells in adults?
120 days
What is the normal osmotic pressure equivalent to the normal shape of RBCs?
0.9% sodium chloride (NaCl) saline solution
What happens to RBCs when exposed to a hypertonic solution?
Crenation (shrinking)
What is the function of the biconcave shape of RBCs?
Increases surface area for efficient gas exchange
What is the primary cause of polycythemia?
Lack of oxygen (hypoxia)
What are platelets derived from?
Megakaryocytes of bone marrow
Learn about the functions and components of blood, including its role in transporting oxygen, nutrients, and hormones, as well as its function in regulating the internal environment and defending against microorganisms. Explore the histological examination of blood films using Leishman's Stain or Giemsa Stain.
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