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What is a distinguishing feature of lymphocytes?
What is a distinguishing feature of lymphocytes?
- They are large and contain abundant granules.
- Their cytoplasm appears bluegray and foamy.
- They have a kidney-shaped nucleus.
- They possess a round and dark-staining nucleus. (correct)
What type of macrophage remains in a specific tissue, such as the lungs?
What type of macrophage remains in a specific tissue, such as the lungs?
- Wandering macrophages
- Migratory macrophages
- Fixed macrophages (correct)
- Activated macrophages
What is the appearance of the cytoplasm of monocytes?
What is the appearance of the cytoplasm of monocytes?
- Clear with prominent vacuoles
- Bluegray with a foamy appearance (correct)
- Pink with coarse granules
- Bright yellow with large granules
Which statement about the characteristics of lymphocytes is NOT true?
Which statement about the characteristics of lymphocytes is NOT true?
Monocytes differentiate into which type of cells once they leave the bloodstream?
Monocytes differentiate into which type of cells once they leave the bloodstream?
What is the primary function of platelets in the blood?
What is the primary function of platelets in the blood?
Which component of hemostasis involves the immediate constriction of blood vessels?
Which component of hemostasis involves the immediate constriction of blood vessels?
What is the typical lifespan of platelets in circulation?
What is the typical lifespan of platelets in circulation?
Which of the following is NOT a mechanism involved in reducing blood loss during hemostasis?
Which of the following is NOT a mechanism involved in reducing blood loss during hemostasis?
How are aged and dead platelets removed from circulation?
How are aged and dead platelets removed from circulation?
What is the primary function of B cells in the immune system?
What is the primary function of B cells in the immune system?
Which type of cell primarily attacks viruses and fungi?
Which type of cell primarily attacks viruses and fungi?
How do platelets develop from megakaryocytes?
How do platelets develop from megakaryocytes?
What role does thrombopoietin play in platelet formation?
What role does thrombopoietin play in platelet formation?
What types of cells do Natural Killer (NK) cells attack?
What types of cells do Natural Killer (NK) cells attack?
What is the initial cell type involved in erythropoiesis?
What is the initial cell type involved in erythropoiesis?
What happens to the proerythroblast during erythropoiesis?
What happens to the proerythroblast during erythropoiesis?
What do reticulocytes retain during their development?
What do reticulocytes retain during their development?
How long does it take for reticulocytes to develop into mature red blood cells?
How long does it take for reticulocytes to develop into mature red blood cells?
From where do reticulocytes enter the bloodstream?
From where do reticulocytes enter the bloodstream?
What role do neutrophils play in response to tissue damage?
What role do neutrophils play in response to tissue damage?
Which type of white blood cell is primarily responsible for intensifying inflammatory reactions?
Which type of white blood cell is primarily responsible for intensifying inflammatory reactions?
What process characterizes the action of monocytes during an immune response?
What process characterizes the action of monocytes during an immune response?
How do eosinophils contribute to the immune defense?
How do eosinophils contribute to the immune defense?
What is a common characteristic of both neutrophils and macrophages?
What is a common characteristic of both neutrophils and macrophages?
What process describes the movement of white blood cells (WBCs) from the bloodstream into the tissue?
What process describes the movement of white blood cells (WBCs) from the bloodstream into the tissue?
Which molecules on endothelial cells assist in the rolling of white blood cells along the vessel lining?
Which molecules on endothelial cells assist in the rolling of white blood cells along the vessel lining?
Which statement accurately describes the role of integrins in the emigration of WBCs?
Which statement accurately describes the role of integrins in the emigration of WBCs?
What is the primary reason different types of WBCs have varying signals for emigration?
What is the primary reason different types of WBCs have varying signals for emigration?
Which of the following accurately describes the composition of MHC antigens?
Which of the following accurately describes the composition of MHC antigens?
What occurs after a white blood cell sticks to the endothelium during emigration?
What occurs after a white blood cell sticks to the endothelium during emigration?
What is the primary function of vascular spasm following damage to an artery?
What is the primary function of vascular spasm following damage to an artery?
Which of the following substances is NOT involved in platelet activation?
Which of the following substances is NOT involved in platelet activation?
What initiates the reflex that may contribute to vascular spasm?
What initiates the reflex that may contribute to vascular spasm?
During platelets’ release reaction, which of the following is a function of thromboxane A2?
During platelets’ release reaction, which of the following is a function of thromboxane A2?
What role do activated platelets play during platelet plug formation?
What role do activated platelets play during platelet plug formation?
What is the primary stimulus for erythropoiesis?
What is the primary stimulus for erythropoiesis?
Which of the following conditions can lead to hypoxia?
Which of the following conditions can lead to hypoxia?
Which type of white blood cell is classified as a granular leukocyte?
Which type of white blood cell is classified as a granular leukocyte?
Which vitamin deficiency can contribute to anemia?
Which vitamin deficiency can contribute to anemia?
What defines the controlled condition in the regulation of erythropoiesis?
What defines the controlled condition in the regulation of erythropoiesis?
What color do the granules of eosinophils stain with acidic dyes?
What color do the granules of eosinophils stain with acidic dyes?
Which characteristic is unique to basophils compared to eosinophils?
Which characteristic is unique to basophils compared to eosinophils?
Which statement about the nucleus of the eosinophil is true?
Which statement about the nucleus of the eosinophil is true?
What type of granules do basophils possess?
What type of granules do basophils possess?
What makes eosinophils eosinophilic?
What makes eosinophils eosinophilic?
What is the characteristic lifespan of lymphocytes compared to other white blood cells?
What is the characteristic lifespan of lymphocytes compared to other white blood cells?
Which of the following statements about leukocytosis is true?
Which of the following statements about leukocytosis is true?
How are neutrophils commonly identified under a light microscope?
How are neutrophils commonly identified under a light microscope?
What happens to the number of nuclear lobes in neutrophils as they age?
What happens to the number of nuclear lobes in neutrophils as they age?
Which condition is described as never being beneficial in terms of white blood cell levels?
Which condition is described as never being beneficial in terms of white blood cell levels?
Flashcards
Platelets (Thrombocytes)
Platelets (Thrombocytes)
Irregular disc-shaped cells, lacking a nucleus, responsible for blood clotting.
Hemostasis
Hemostasis
A process that involves the formation of a blood clot to stop bleeding from a damaged blood vessel.
Agranular Leukocytes
Agranular Leukocytes
A type of white blood cell that lacks visible cytoplasmic granules under a light microscope.
Lymphocytes
Lymphocytes
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Monocytes
Monocytes
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Macrophage types
Macrophage types
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B cells
B cells
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T cells
T cells
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Natural Killer (NK) cells
Natural Killer (NK) cells
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Active Phagocytes
Active Phagocytes
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Neutrophils
Neutrophils
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Monocytes (related to macrophages)
Monocytes (related to macrophages)
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Basophils
Basophils
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Eosinophils
Eosinophils
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WBC Emigration
WBC Emigration
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Proerythroblast
Proerythroblast
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Reticulocyte
Reticulocyte
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Erythropoiesis
Erythropoiesis
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Vascular Spasm
Vascular Spasm
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Platelet Plug Formation
Platelet Plug Formation
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Platelet Activation
Platelet Activation
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Hypoxia
Hypoxia
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Hypoxia Feedback Mechanism
Hypoxia Feedback Mechanism
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Leukocytosis
Leukocytosis
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Leukopenia
Leukopenia
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Granular Leukocyte Identification
Granular Leukocyte Identification
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Neutrophil identification
Neutrophil identification
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Eosinophil identification
Eosinophil identification
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Basophil identification
Basophil identification
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Study Notes
Platelets (Thrombocytes)
- Normal range: 150,000 to 400,000 platelets per µl of blood
- Shape: Irregular disc, 2-4 µm diameter, lacks a nucleus but contains vesicles
- Vesicles store chemicals essential for coagulation (blood clotting)
- Lifespan: 5 to 9 days; aged platelets are cleared by macrophages in the spleen and liver
- Development involves thrombopoietin influencing myeloid stem cells to become megakaryocytes, which fragment to release platelets
Hemostasis
- Hemostasis is a series of processes to stop bleeding from damaged blood vessels
- Characteristics of hemostatic response: quick, localized, and tightly regulated
- Mechanisms for reducing blood loss:
- Vascular spasm
- Platelet plug formation
- Blood clotting (coagulation)
Agranular Leukocytes
- Lack visible cytoplasmic granules under a light microscope
- Lymphocyte Characteristics:
- Nucleus: Round and dark-staining
- Cytoplasm: Stains sky blue
- Size classification: Large and small lymphocytes
- Monocyte Characteristics:
- Nucleus: Kidney-shaped or horseshoe-shaped
- Cytoplasm: Blue-gray with a foamy appearance due to azurophilic granules
- Monocytes differentiate into macrophages in tissues
- Macrophages Types:
- Fixed (tissue) macrophages: Reside in specific tissues
- Wandering macrophages: Roam tissues to sites of infection
Lymphocyte Function
- Major players in the immune response:
- B cells: Target and destroy bacteria and toxins
- T cells: Attack viruses, fungi, cancer cells, and some bacteria
- Natural Killer (NK) cells: Attack various infectious microbes and certain tumors
White Blood Cells (WBCs)
- Active phagocytes include:
- Neutrophils: Respond quickly to bacterial infection using lysozymes and defensins
- Monocytes: Arrive later but in greater numbers, differentiating into macrophages
- Basophils:
- Release granules (heparin, histamine, serotonin) at inflammation sites
- Play a role in allergies and intensify inflammatory reactions
- Eosinophils:
- Release histaminase, phagocytize complexes, and combat parasitic infections
WBC Emigration
- WBCs leave the bloodstream via emigration (previously known as diapedesis)
- Process involves rolling along the endothelium, adhering, and squeezing between endothelial cells
- Signals for emigration vary by WBC type, involving selectins and integrins
Erythropoiesis: Production of RBCs
- Begins with proerythroblasts in red bone marrow, which synthesize hemoglobin
- Proerythroblast divides, eventually ejecting the nucleus to become reticulocytes
- Reticulocytes mature into RBCs within 1-2 days after entering circulation
Vascular Spasm
- Immediate contraction of smooth muscle in damaged blood vessels to limit blood loss for minutes to hours
- Initiated by smooth muscle damage, platelet release substances, and pain reflexes
Platelet Plug Formation
- Adhesion: Platelets stick to damaged vessel areas (collagen fibers)
- Activation: Platelet activation leads to projection extension and vesicle content release; ADP and thromboxane A2 recruit more platelets
- Function of serotonin and thromboxane A2: Vasoconstriction to reduce blood flow
Hypoxia and Feedback Mechanism
- Hypoxia: Cellular oxygen deficiency, stimulating erythropoiesis
- Conditions leading to hypoxia: High altitudes, pneumonia, anemia (iron, amino acids, vitamin B12), and circulatory problems
- The primary controlled factor is oxygen delivery to tissues
White Blood Cell Overview
- WBCs (leukocytes) possess nuclei and organelles; do not contain hemoglobin
- Classified as granular (neutrophils, eosinophils, basophils) and agranular (lymphocytes, monocytes)
- Live for varying durations: a few days for most, but lymphocytes can last months to years
- Leukocytosis: Increase in WBCs as a normal response to infection or stress
- Leukopenia: Abnormally low WBC count, indicating potential health issues
Granular Leukocytes Identification
- Neutrophils: Multilobed nucleus, light-staining granules
- Eosinophils: Dual-lobed nucleus, red-orange granules
- Basophils: Dual-lobed nucleus, blue-purple granules
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Learn about the structure and function of platelets, also known as thrombocytes, and the process of hemostasis, which stops bleeding when blood vessels are damaged.
