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What is the branch of science concerned with the study of blood, blood-forming tissues, & associated disorders?
What is the branch of science concerned with the study of blood, blood-forming tissues, & associated disorders?
- Hematology (correct)
- Endocrinology
- Immunology
- Oncology
Which type of leukocytes are granular?
Which type of leukocytes are granular?
- T & B lymphocytes, NK cells
- Monocytes
- Platelets
- Neutrophils, Eosinophils, Basophils (correct)
What is the approximate total body mass percentage of blood in a human?
What is the approximate total body mass percentage of blood in a human?
- 8% (correct)
- 5%
- 15%
- 12%
What are the cells and cell fragments collectively known as in blood?
What are the cells and cell fragments collectively known as in blood?
What is the liquid extracellular matrix that contains dissolved substances in blood called?
What is the liquid extracellular matrix that contains dissolved substances in blood called?
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Hematology
Hematology
The study of blood, blood-forming tissues, and their associated disorders.
Granular Leukocytes
Granular Leukocytes
Neutrophils, eosinophils, and basophils are granular leukocytes, meaning they have visible granules within their cytoplasm.
Blood's Body Mass Percentage
Blood's Body Mass Percentage
Blood constitutes approximately 8% of the total body mass in humans.
Formed Elements
Formed Elements
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Blood Plasma
Blood Plasma
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Study Notes
Hematology
- Hematology is the branch of science concerned with the study of blood, blood-forming tissues, and associated disorders.
Leukocytes
- Granular leukocytes are a type of leukocyte.
Blood Composition
- Blood makes up approximately 7% of the total body mass in a human.
Blood Components
- The cells and cell fragments collectively known as formed elements in blood include erythrocytes, leukocytes, and platelets.
Blood Plasma
- The liquid extracellular matrix that contains dissolved substances in blood is called plasma.
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