A&P: Practice Flashcard: Ch 10 Blood

Front

What is the primary role of leukocytes in the body?

Back

Defending against disease.

Front

Which component of blood is considered the nonliving fluid matrix?

Back

Plasma.

Front

What type of tissue is blood classified as in the human body?

Back

Connective tissue.

Front

What happens to the bone marrow in leukemia?

Back

It becomes cancerous.

Front

What is the term used for the percentage of erythrocytes in blood?

Back

Hematocrit.

Front

What are erythrocytes primarily responsible for?

Back

Transporting oxygen.

Front

What is the function of platelets in the blood?

Back

Clotting blood.

Front

What is the main component of plasma?

Back

Water.

Front

What is the normal range of hematocrit in healthy adults?

Back

Approximately 38% to 52% for males and 34% to 46% for females.

Front

What is the role of hemoglobin in red blood cells?

Back

Binding and transporting oxygen.