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What is the main component responsible for the red color of red blood cells?
What is the main component responsible for the red color of red blood cells?
- Melanin
- Hemoglobin (correct)
- Myoglobin
- Chlorophyll
What is the primary function of red blood cells?
What is the primary function of red blood cells?
- Producing antibodies for the immune system
- Assisting in blood clotting
- Regulating body temperature
- Transporting oxygen to body tissues (correct)
What is the term for a reduction in the number of red blood cells below normal?
What is the term for a reduction in the number of red blood cells below normal?
- Leukopenia
- Thrombocytosis
- Hemophilia
- Anemia (correct)
What is the life cycle of human erythrocytes called?
What is the life cycle of human erythrocytes called?
What is the total count of red blood cells in a normal adult?
What is the total count of red blood cells in a normal adult?
What is the process through which human erythrocytes are produced called?
What is the process through which human erythrocytes are produced called?
What is the main biomolecule responsible for binding oxygen in erythrocytes?
What is the main biomolecule responsible for binding oxygen in erythrocytes?
What is the term for the condition of an abnormal increase in the red blood cell count?
What is the term for the condition of an abnormal increase in the red blood cell count?
What is the specific type of respiration that red blood cells are adapted for?
What is the specific type of respiration that red blood cells are adapted for?
How many days does it take for committed stem cells to mature into erythrocytes?
How many days does it take for committed stem cells to mature into erythrocytes?
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