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What is the role of red blood cells in the clotting process?
What is the role of red blood cells in the clotting process?
- To release stored carbon dioxide
- To remove excess oxygen from the bloodstream
- To increase the viscosity of blood (correct)
- To transport platelets to the site of injury
Which disorder is characterized by abnormally shaped red blood cells?
Which disorder is characterized by abnormally shaped red blood cells?
- Anemia
- Sickle Cell Disease (correct)
- Polycythemia vera
- Thalassemia
How do disorders that reduce red blood cell flexibility impact clotting?
How do disorders that reduce red blood cell flexibility impact clotting?
- They decrease the likelihood of clot formation
- They increase the risk of inappropriate clotting (correct)
- They have no impact on clotting
- They decrease the viscosity of blood
What treatment is commonly used for anemia caused by a lower red blood cell count?
What treatment is commonly used for anemia caused by a lower red blood cell count?
How do red blood cells affect the likelihood of clot formation?
How do red blood cells affect the likelihood of clot formation?
What is a common symptom of sickle cell disease?
What is a common symptom of sickle cell disease?
Which condition is caused by a genetic mutation resulting in too many red blood cells being produced?
Which condition is caused by a genetic mutation resulting in too many red blood cells being produced?
What effect does an increased red blood cell count have on blood viscosity?
What effect does an increased red blood cell count have on blood viscosity?
What role do platelets play in the clotting process?
What role do platelets play in the clotting process?
How are disorders like sickle cell disease and thalassemia treated?
How are disorders like sickle cell disease and thalassemia treated?
Flashcards
Role of Red Blood Cells in Clotting
Role of Red Blood Cells in Clotting
Increase viscosity of blood, affecting clot formation.
Sickle Cell Disease
Sickle Cell Disease
A disease with abnormally shaped red blood cells.
Impact of inflexible RBCs on clotting
Impact of inflexible RBCs on clotting
They increase the risk of inappropriate clotting due to reduced blood flow.
Treatment for anemia (low RBC count)
Treatment for anemia (low RBC count)
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How RBCs affect clot likelihood?
How RBCs affect clot likelihood?
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Common symptom of Sickle Cell Disease
Common symptom of Sickle Cell Disease
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Polycythemia Vera
Polycythemia Vera
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Effect of increased RBC count on viscosity
Effect of increased RBC count on viscosity
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Role of Platelets in clotting
Role of Platelets in clotting
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