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What is the main function of hemoglobin in red blood cells?
What is the main function of hemoglobin in red blood cells?
- Producing antibodies for the immune system
- Carrying oxygen throughout the body (correct)
- Generating energy for cell metabolism
- Transporting waste products to the lungs
What is the role of anticoagulant (K2EDTA) in blood samples?
What is the role of anticoagulant (K2EDTA) in blood samples?
- Preventing blood clot formation (correct)
- Aiding in white blood cell production
- Increasing blood cell sedimentation rate
- Promoting blood clotting
Which term best describes the shape of red blood cells (RBCs)?
Which term best describes the shape of red blood cells (RBCs)?
- Spherical
- Cuboidal
- Biconcave disks (correct)
- Triangular
What is the composition of plasma in blood?
What is the composition of plasma in blood?
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Which process involves the production of red blood cells?
Which process involves the production of red blood cells?
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What is the normal range for mean corpuscular volume (MCV) in femtoliters (fL)?
What is the normal range for mean corpuscular volume (MCV) in femtoliters (fL)?
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Which term describes red blood cells that are smaller than 80 fL?
Which term describes red blood cells that are smaller than 80 fL?
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What do reticulocytes contain that is absent in mature red blood cells?
What do reticulocytes contain that is absent in mature red blood cells?
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How are reticulocytes identified on regular blood smears?
How are reticulocytes identified on regular blood smears?
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What is the approximate normal range for hemoglobin in g/dL for females?
What is the approximate normal range for hemoglobin in g/dL for females?
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