Blood Proteins: Globulins and Fibrinogens Functions

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Which formed element possesses nuclei?

Leucocytes (correct)

Erythrocytes

Platelets

None of the above

What is a characteristic feature of erythrocytes?

Possess nuclei

Rich in organelles

Highly motile

Lack nuclei (correct)

Which formed element has few organelles?

Leucocytes

Erythrocytes (correct)

Platelets

All of the above

Among leucocytes, erythrocytes, and platelets, which one is highly motile?

Leucocytes Signup and view all the answers

What is a distinguishing feature of platelets compared to leucocytes?

Lack nuclei Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of globulins in the body?

Transport molecules Signup and view all the answers

Which component plays a role in the formation of blood clots?

Fibrinogins Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of complement in the body?

Part of the immune system Signup and view all the answers

Which protein is responsible for antibodies in the immune system?

Globulins Signup and view all the answers

What role do fibrinogins play in the body?

Formation of blood clots Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of red blood cells in the body?

ATP production through anaerobic fermentation Signup and view all the answers

Which feature of red blood cells allows them to pass through narrow blood vessels?

The ability to stretch, bend, fold Signup and view all the answers

What substance is mainly found in the cytoplasm of red blood cells?

Hemoglobin Signup and view all the answers

What results from the combination of hemoglobin and oxygen in red blood cells?

Oxyhemoglobin (Bright red) Signup and view all the answers

Where does hematopoiesis mainly occur after birth?

Red bone marrow Signup and view all the answers

Why is the number of red blood cells important for health?

Controls the amount of oxygen transported in the body Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of erythrocytes?

Picking up oxygen from the lungs and delivering it to the tissues Signup and view all the answers

Which component makes up 58% of plasma?

Albumin Signup and view all the answers

Which element is responsible for the formation of blood clots?

Fibrinogen Signup and view all the answers

In healthy adults, which formed elements are the only ones possessing nuclei?

Leucocytes Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of leucocytes in the blood?

Acting as antibodies and part of the immune system Signup and view all the answers

Which element is responsible for picking up carbon dioxide from the tissues and unloading it to the lungs?

Erythrocytes Signup and view all the answers

What triggers the production of more erythrocytes in response to low blood oxygen levels?

Erythropoiesis Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of ERYTHROPOIETIN in the process of RBC production?

Stimulates red bone marrow to produce more erythrocytes Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary component of hemoglobin responsible for binding oxygen?

Heme groups Signup and view all the answers

Which molecule is formed when hemoglobin binds with oxygen?

Oxyhemoglobin Signup and view all the answers

Where does the breakdown of old, damaged, or defective erythrocytes primarily occur?

Spleen Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the components of hemoglobin during the process of hemolysis?

Globin is broken down into amino acids and reused; iron is released and reused Signup and view all the answers