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Which of the following might trigger erythropoiesis? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following might trigger erythropoiesis? (Select all that apply)
- Increased tissue demand for oxygen (correct)
- Moving to a lower altitude
- Decreased tissue demand for oxygen
- An increased # of RBCs
All of the following conditions impair coagulation except ________.
All of the following conditions impair coagulation except ________.
hypoglycemia
Which of these is not a normal plasma protein?
Which of these is not a normal plasma protein?
- Gamma globulin
- Albumin
- Thromboplastin (correct)
- Fibrinogen
Which of the following is characteristic of all leukocytes?
Which of the following is characteristic of all leukocytes?
What organ in the body regulates erythrocyte production?
What organ in the body regulates erythrocyte production?
Which of the following is a characteristic of RBCs?
Which of the following is a characteristic of RBCs?
Where does hematopoiesis occur?
Where does hematopoiesis occur?
Order the stages of erythropoiesis.
Order the stages of erythropoiesis.
What can result from a decrease in normal blood oxygen level to trigger EPO formation?
What can result from a decrease in normal blood oxygen level to trigger EPO formation?
What happens when kidney cells become hypoxic?
What happens when kidney cells become hypoxic?
Why do people use blood doping?
Why do people use blood doping?
How does testosterone relate to red cell production?
How does testosterone relate to red cell production?
How are red blood cells destroyed?
How are red blood cells destroyed?
What are the different types of anemia?
What are the different types of anemia?
Does thalassemia and sickle cell have a genetic basis?
Does thalassemia and sickle cell have a genetic basis?
What is the difference between sickle cell anemia and sickle cell trait?
What is the difference between sickle cell anemia and sickle cell trait?
What are the characteristics of WBC?
What are the characteristics of WBC?
An individual who is blood type AB negative can
An individual who is blood type AB negative can
What is it called when white blood vessels are able to leave the capillaries due to inflammation?
What is it called when white blood vessels are able to leave the capillaries due to inflammation?
What are the 2 categories that leukocytes are grouped into?
What are the 2 categories that leukocytes are grouped into?
Which leukocyte is the most abundant and increases during bacterial infection like meningitis?
Which leukocyte is the most abundant and increases during bacterial infection like meningitis?
Which leukocyte plays an important role that leads to a counterattack against parasitic worms that are too large to ingest?
Which leukocyte plays an important role that leads to a counterattack against parasitic worms that are too large to ingest?
Which leukocyte is rare and contains a histamine granule?
Which leukocyte is rare and contains a histamine granule?
Which agranulocyte plays a crucial role in immunity - T cells and B cells?
Which agranulocyte plays a crucial role in immunity - T cells and B cells?
Which agranulocyte plays a crucial role in phagocytosis like tuberculosis?
Which agranulocyte plays a crucial role in phagocytosis like tuberculosis?
What is the cause of leukemia?
What is the cause of leukemia?
What happens when a Rh- person receives Rh+ blood?
What happens when a Rh- person receives Rh+ blood?
The hormonal stimulus that prompts red blood cell formation is
The hormonal stimulus that prompts red blood cell formation is
All of the following are true of RBCs except
All of the following are true of RBCs except
What is the respiratory pigment of RBCs called?
What is the respiratory pigment of RBCs called?
Which of the following is the molecular composition of hemoglobin?
Which of the following is the molecular composition of hemoglobin?
What is the function of RBCs?
What is the function of RBCs?
Where does hematopoiesis occur?
Where does hematopoiesis occur?
Where does the destruction of RBCs occur?
Where does the destruction of RBCs occur?
What happens when there is a low concentration of hemoglobin?
What happens when there is a low concentration of hemoglobin?
How are platelets formed?
How are platelets formed?
What are the clinical consequences of the condition known as thrombocytopenia?
What are the clinical consequences of the condition known as thrombocytopenia?
How can the blood coagulation (clotting) process be described?
How can the blood coagulation (clotting) process be described?
What are the 3 main steps to hemostasis?
What are the 3 main steps to hemostasis?
Where are most of the clotting factors produced?
Where are most of the clotting factors produced?
What is necessary in order for clotting factors to be activated and for the proper function of coagulation?
What is necessary in order for clotting factors to be activated and for the proper function of coagulation?
What is factor VIII? What is the genetic disease in which this factor is absent?
What is factor VIII? What is the genetic disease in which this factor is absent?
What are the practical applications of anticoagulants, such as heparin, in medicine?
What are the practical applications of anticoagulants, such as heparin, in medicine?
What name is given to the immature cell type released to the circulation?
What name is given to the immature cell type released to the circulation?
The three major steps of coagulation include
The three major steps of coagulation include
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Study Notes
Erythropoiesis
- Triggered by increased tissue demand for oxygen.
- Decreased blood oxygen levels can result from hemorrhage, iron deficiency, or high altitudes.
Coagulation
- Conditions impairing coagulation include factor 8 deficiency, vitamin K deficiency, and liver disease; hypoglycemia does not impair coagulation.
- Clotting factors are primarily produced in the liver.
- Vitamin K is essential for activating clotting factors.
Blood Cells
- Leukocytes are characterized by being all nucleated and have various roles including immunity.
- Red blood cells (RBCs) are anucleated and primarily responsible for oxygen transport.
- Hematopoiesis occurs in red bone marrow.
- Types of anemia include iron deficiency, pernicious, renal, and aplastic.
White Blood Cells
- Leukocytes are divided into granulocytes (with granules) and agranulocytes (without granules).
- Neutrophils are the most abundant leukocyte and increase in bacterial infections.
- Eosinophils are involved in combating parasitic infections and allergies.
- Monocytes play a role in phagocytosis, especially in infections like tuberculosis.
Thrombocytes (Platelets)
- Formed from megakaryocytes and are crucial for blood clotting.
- Thrombocytopenia, a low platelet count, increases susceptibility to hemorrhage.
Blood Type and Compatibility
- An individual with blood type AB negative can receive any blood type except Rh+.
- The process of diapedesis allows white blood cells to exit capillaries during inflammation.
Hemostasis
- Involves three main steps: vascular spasm, platelet plug formation, and coagulation.
- Fibrin is formed from fibrinogen during coagulation, creating a mesh that traps blood cells and platelets, leading to a clot.
Genetic Factors in Blood Disorders
- Thalassemia and sickle cell disease both have a genetic basis.
- Sickle cell anemia results in two copies of the gene, while sickle cell trait results from one copy, providing some malaria resistance.
Blood Doping and Testosterone
- Blood doping can increase blood oxygen levels significantly but poses risks of clotting and stroke.
- Testosterone enhances erythropoietin (EPO) production, stimulating red blood cell formation.
Reflections on Blood Composition
- Hemoglobin, the respiratory pigment of RBCs, consists of four polypeptide chains and is essential for oxygen transport.
- Anemia can result from low hemoglobin levels, indicating insufficient oxygen transport capacity.
Anticoagulants in Medicine
- Anticoagulants like heparin prevent unwanted clotting during surgeries and in patients at risk of thrombosis.
Common Pathologies
- Leukemia is characterized by abnormal white blood cell production leading to ineffective immune responses.
- The presence of factor VIII is crucial for clotting, and its absence leads to Hemophilia A, a genetic condition.
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