Red Blood Cells Characteristics
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What is the approximate diameter of a red blood cell?

  • 10 micrometers
  • 5 micrometers
  • 12 micrometers
  • 7.5 micrometers (correct)

    • What is the average lifespan of red blood cells?

  • 90 days
  • 60 days
  • 150 days
  • 120 days (correct)

    • What is the primary function of hemoglobin within red blood cells?

  • Nutrient transporter
  • Oxygen carrier (correct)
  • Waste remover
  • Carbon dioxide carrier

    • What is the normal range of red blood cell counts per cubic millimeter for females?

    <p>4-4.5 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding the physical characteristics of red blood cells?

    <p>They are biconcave discs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do monocytes play in the immune system?

    <p>They mature into macrophages essential for adaptive immunity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is NOT associated with eosinophils?

    <p>Fungal infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What triggers white blood cells to multiply during an infection?

    <p>The invasion of pathogens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which substance is associated with the treatment for multiple conditions such as stress and certain leukemias?

    <p>Cortisol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Basophils are primarily involved in which type of response?

    <p>Allergic reactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phase involves platelets sticking to damaged blood vessels?

    <p>Platelet adhesion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the main functions of the mass formed during platelet plug formation?

    <p>To prevent further bleeding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following conditions can result from drug toxicity?

    <p>Bone marrow depression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal platelet count in cubic mm of blood?

    <p>200,000 to 400,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of platelets in the coagulation cascade?

    <p>Forming fibrin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chamber of the heart receives unoxygenated blood from the upper extremities?

    <p>Right Atrium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do veins primarily carry in the circulatory system?

    <p>Unoxygenated blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure of the heart serves as the pumping chamber?

    <p>Left Ventricle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a Complete Blood Count (CBC) test screen for?

    <p>Anemia and infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is platelet aggregation?

    <p>The gathering of platelets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the inferior vena cava?

    <p>Receiving unoxygenated blood from the lower extremities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of white blood cells?

    <p>Combat inflammation and infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Leukemia is characterized by what type of white blood cell?

    <p>Immature white blood cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a cause of low white blood cell count?

    <p>Bacterial infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in hemostasis?

    <p>Vascular spasm/vasoconstriction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of wound response, neutrophils are primarily responsible for:

    <p>First to attack antigens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What chemical response helps blood vessels constrict after an injury?

    <p>Release of certain chemicals from platelets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A high count of which type of white blood cells typically indicates a bacterial infection?

    <p>Neutrophils</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following conditions is associated with prolonged viral infections?

    <p>High lymphocyte count</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What blood type is considered the universal donor?

    <p>Type O</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which blood type can receive blood from all other types?

    <p>Type AB</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the tricuspid valve?

    <p>Prevents backflow of unoxygenated blood into the right atrium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of antibodies are found in the plasma of individuals with blood type A?

    <p>Anti-B antibodies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which blood types are compatible for a person with blood type A?

    <p>Type A and O</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What connects the right ventricle to the pulmonary artery?

    <p>Pulmonary valve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about blood antigen and antibody is true?

    <p>Blood type AB has no antibodies in plasma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the pulmonary artery play in the circulatory system?

    <p>Carries unoxygenated blood to the lungs for oxygenation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Red Blood Cells (Erythrocytes)

    • Size: Approximately 7.5 micrometers in diameter; denser and thicker than water.
    • Shape: Biconcave discs enhance surface area for oxygen binding; feature depressed centers.
    • Normal count:
      • Males: 5-5.5 million cells/cubic mm
      • Females: 4-4.5 million cells/cubic mm
    • Total blood volume:
      • Males: 5-6 liters (1.5 gallons)
      • Females: 4-5 liters (1.2 gallons)
    • Life span: Around 120 days.
    • Hemoglobin: Key protein for oxygen transport.
    • Venipuncture: Blood collection through veins; phlebotomy refers to drawing blood for testing.

    White Blood Cells (Leukocytes)

    • Function: Colorless cells without hemoglobin, vital for fighting infection and inflammation.
    • Normal functioning depends on adequate vitamin K, clotting factors, and platelets.

    White Blood Cell Disorders

    • Leukemia: A disorder characterized by the presence of immature WBCs that do not mature.

    Types of White Blood Cells

    • Neutrophils: First responders to bacterial infections; can form pus.
    • Lymphocytes: Essential for adaptive immunity; respond to viral infections.
    • Monocytes: Develop into macrophages for cleaning up microbes.
    • Eosinophils: Target allergic reactions and parasitic infections.
    • Basophils: Involved in allergic responses and immunity against parasites.

    Hemostasis (Blood Clotting)

    • Process that stops excessive bleeding through several mechanisms:
      • Vascular Spasm: Blood vessels constrict to reduce blood flow; immediate response due to smooth muscle contraction.
      • Platelet Plug Formation: Platelets adhere to damaged site and aggregate.
      • Coagulation Cascade: Leads to the formation of fibrin, which stabilizes the platelet plug.

    Platelets (Thrombocytes)

    • Normal count: 200,000 to 400,000 cells/cubic mm of blood.
    • Function: Essential for blood clotting; form fibrin and help in coagulation processes.

    Heart Anatomy and Blood Circulation

    • Atrium: Receiving chambers for blood.
    • Ventricles: Pump blood out of the heart.
    • Arteries: Carry oxygenated blood (except for pulmonary artery).
    • Veins: Carry deoxygenated blood (except for pulmonary vein).

    Right Side of Heart and Pulmonic Circulation

    • Inferior Vena Cava: Collects deoxygenated blood from lower body.
    • Superior Vena Cava: Receives deoxygenated blood from upper body.
    • Right Atrium: Receives deoxygenated blood from both vena cavas.
    • Right Ventricle: Pumps blood to the pulmonary artery to reach the lungs for oxygenation.
    • Pulmonary Valve: Prevents backflow of blood into the right ventricle.

    Blood Typing and Transfusion

    • Blood Types: A, B, AB, O classified based on antigens present on RBCs.
    • Type AB: Universal recipient (can receive from all types).
    • Type O: Universal donor (can donate to all types).
    • Complete Blood Count (CBC): A test used to assess anemia and infections.

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    This quiz covers the physical characteristics of red blood cells, also known as erythrocytes. Key features discussed include their size, density, shape, and normal counts. Test your knowledge about these essential components of blood and their roles in oxygen transport.

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