Blood Composition and Functions

Biology ⇒ Human Biology

Blood Composition and Functions starts at 7 and continues till grade 12. QuestionsToday has an evolving set of questions to continuously challenge students so that their knowledge grows in Blood Composition and Functions. How you perform is determined by your score and the time you take. When you play a quiz, your answers are evaluated in concept instead of actual words and definitions used.

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A blood sample contains 55% plasma and 45% formed elements. What does this indicate about the sample?

A patient has a low hematocrit value. What does this indicate about their blood?

A patient is found to have a deficiency in vitamin K. Predict the effect this would have on blood function.

Describe the difference between serum and plasma.

Describe the main function of hemoglobin in red blood cells.

Describe the process of blood clotting (hemostasis) in brief.

Describe the role of blood in the immune response.

Explain how blood helps in the regulation of body temperature.

Explain the role of antibodies in the blood.

Explain why a person with type O negative blood is considered a universal donor.

Explain why blood is considered a connective tissue.

Name the three main types of blood cells found in human blood.