Reviewing the Components of Blood

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What is the primary function of plasma in the blood?

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Plasma is the liquid portion of blood that transports nutrients to cells and waste products away from cells.

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Which type of white blood cell (WBC) is the second most common and has a dense nucleus with scanty cytoplasm?

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Lymphocyte.

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What happens to monocytes when they leave the blood?

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Monocytes become macrophages, which clean up debris in the tissues.

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Which WBC is primarily responsible for engulfing foreign matter, especially bacteria?

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Neutrophil.

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What is the role of neutrophils in the immune response?

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Neutrophils are WBCs that engulf and destroy bacteria and foreign particles.

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Define the term 'erythrocytes'.

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Erythrocytes, or red blood cells (RBCs), are responsible for transporting oxygen from the lungs to the body and carbon dioxide from the body back to the lungs.

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What are platelets and their function in the blood?

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Platelets are cell fragments that play a crucial role in blood clotting and wound healing.

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What is the significance of a differential blood count?

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A differential blood count measures the different types of WBCs in the blood, helping to diagnose various conditions.

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What is the function of basophils in the immune system?

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Basophils release histamine and other chemicals during allergic reactions and inflammation.

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How do lymphocytes contribute to the immune response?

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Lymphocytes are involved in the adaptive immune response, recognizing specific pathogens and forming memory cells.