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3 critical functions of blood | 1. transport oxygen & nutrition to cells & waste products away from cells, transports hormones from endocrine glands to tissues & cells. |
3 critical functions of blood | 2. regulates acid base balance (ph) w/ buffers, aids with body temp because of water & controls water content of cells as a result of sodium ions. |
3 critical functions of blood | 3. protects body against infection w/special cells & prevents blood loss by clotting mechanisms. |
What is erythropoiesis? | The process of RBC production. stimulated when the amount of O2 delivered by the RBCs are decreased. Triggers release of enzyme. |
Leukocytes | WBCs. Contain nuclei, are colorless. Involved in destruction of bacteria & viruses. 2 Categories: Granulocytes & Nongranulocytes. |
Granulocytes | Develop from red bone marrow & contain granules in their cytoplasm. Demonstrated when stained with Wrights Stain. 3 types: neutrophils, eosinophils & basophils. |
4 Blood Groups | genetically determined & inherited. presence or absence of specific antigens on the outer surface of the RBC determines blood type. they are: A, B, AB & O |