18 Questions
What is the main function of platelets?
To assist in blood clotting and prevent excessive bleeding
What is the primary function of the plasma component of blood?
To transport nutrients, hormones, and waste products
Which type of blood vessel is responsible for carrying oxygen-rich blood away from the heart to the body?
Arteries
Which type of blood circulation involves the transport of blood from the heart to the lungs and back to the heart?
Pulmonary circulation
What is the genetic concept of incomplete dominance?
When both alleles in a heterozygote are equally expressed, resulting in a unique phenotype
What is the primary function of capillaries in the body?
To facilitate gas exchange and nutrient exchange between blood and tissues
What is the primary function of the cardiovascular system?
To circulate blood throughout the body
Which part of the heart receives blood returning to the heart?
Atria
During which phase of the cardiac cycle does the heart muscle contract?
Systole
What is the function of the septum in the heart?
To separate the left and right sides of the heart
Which of the following occurs during ventricular contraction?
Blood is pumped out of the heart to the body
What is the role of the valves in the heart?
To ensure one-way blood flow within the heart
What is the main function of Red Blood Cells (RBCs)?
Carry oxygen to body tissues
Which type of white blood cells are responsible for fighting viral infections?
Lymphocytes
What do T cells do in the immune system?
Directly attack infected cells
Which white blood cells are responsible for fighting off parasitic infections?
Eosinophils
What is the main role of Monocytes in the immune system?
Transform into macrophages to engulf foreign particles
Which white blood cells are most abundant and fight bacterial infections?
Neutrophils
Test your knowledge on the fundamentals of cardiovascular anatomy including the components and functions of blood. Learn about red blood cells, white blood cells, plasma, and their roles in carrying essential substances throughout the body.
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