18 Questions
What is the primary function of thrombocytes in blood?
Forming blood clots
Which component of blood constitutes about 45% of the volume?
Red blood cells
Which type of white blood cells are involved in phagocytosis to fight infections?
Monocytes
Which protein plays a key role in the clotting of blood?
Fibrinogen
What is the main function of serum albumin in the blood plasma?
Retain water in the bloodstream
What is the characteristic color imparted to blood by which component?
Hemoglobin
What is the function of monocytes in the immune system?
Engulfing of bacteria as active phagocytes
Which leukocyte type is associated with releasing histamine during allergic reactions and parasitic infections?
Eosinophils
What is the primary role of platelets in blood clotting?
Carry chemicals essential to blood clotting
Which leukocyte accounts for about 65-75% of all leukocytes in the body?
Neutrophils
What is the process in which a cell engulfs and ingests microorganisms known as?
Phagocytosis
Which blood component forms a mesh onto which red blood cells collect to form a clot?
Platelets
What is the major function of erythrocytes or red blood cells?
Transporting hemoglobin which carries oxygen
Which hormone stimulates the production of red blood cells?
Erythropoietin
What is the main function of leukocytes or white blood cells in the body?
Associated with the immune system
Which component is removed from human blood serum when compared to plasma?
Fibrinogen and clotting factors II, V, VIII
What is the role of granulocytes in the immune system?
Phagocytosing pathogens and foreign substances
Which component of the blood is primarily responsible for initiating blood clotting?
Platelets
Test your knowledge on the different types of leukocytes including A granulocytes and Granulocytes like Neutrophils, Monocytes, Eosinophils, and Lymphocytes. Learn about their functions and characteristics.
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