A&P Fall Final

Front

A slow heart rate is known as?

Back

Bradycardia

Front

What is Erythropoietin?

Back

Hormone that stimulates the production of red blood cells

Front

What is the correct name for Red Blood Cells?

Back

Erythrocytes

Front

The universal recipient blood type is?

Back

Type AB+

Front

What structure contains yellow marrow in adults?

Back

Medullary cavity

Front

What is the function of red blood cells?

Back

To transport oxygen from the lungs to the body and carbon dioxide from the body back to the lungs.

Front

What is the primary function of white blood cells?

Back

To defend the body against infection and disease.

Front

What is the role of platelets in the blood?

Back

To help with blood clotting and prevent bleeding.

Front

What is the significance of the ABO blood group system?

Back

It determines blood compatibility for transfusions.

Front

What is the function of hemoglobin?

Back

To bind oxygen in red blood cells and transport it throughout the body.