Blood Physiology Basics

The transport function of blood involves carrying substances such as oxygen, carbon dioxide, glucose, hormones, and drugs throughout the body.

Fibrinogen plays a role in blood clotting.

Red blood cells bring oxygen to the tissues and release carbon dioxide to the lungs, supporting energy production and overall body health.

<p>Plasma constitutes 55% of blood volume and contains water, inorganic substances, organic substances, plasma proteins, plasma lipids, glucose, vitamins, and enzymes. The major components of plasma proteins include albumin, globulin, fibrinogen, and prothrombin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The average blood volume in the human body is about 5 liters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Insulin</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Preventing fluid leakage from blood vessels</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sodium</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Defending against microbes</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Red blood cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Playing an important role in liver function and fighting infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Water</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Helping keep fluid from leaking out of blood vessels</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Vitamins</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>5.4 million/mm3</p> Signup and view all the answers