Components of Blood
Name the four major components of the blood.
Plasma, red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets
This type of blood vessel is one cell thick and delivers essential nutrients and oxygen to all cells in the body.
Capillaries
How many chambers does the human heart contain?
Four (4)
Blood type containing antigens A and B, but no antibodies
Blood Type AB
Name the protein responsible for enabling blood to transport oxygen
Hemoglobin
These blood vessels typically carry blood TOWARDS the heart at very low pressure
Veins
Name the part of the heart that separates the right side of the heart from the left side
The septum
Blood type which contains no antigens, but does contain antibodies to A and B
Blood Type O
Which blood component is most abundant, making up 55% of its volume?
Plasma
The blood vessels with the thickest walls but the narrowest lumens are the _____________________.
Arteries
These pieces of muscle ensure that blood flows in only ONE direction through the heart.
Valves
Blood type containing antibodies to A, and B antigens
Blood type B
This component of the blood is responsible for finding and eliminating pathogens that have infiltrated the bloodstream ________________.
White Blood Cells/ WBCs
Name the largest blood vessel that carries blood AWAY FROM the heart to the rest of the body
Aorta
In pulmonary circulation, deoxygenated blood leaving the heart is then transported to the ____________.
Lungs (for oxygenation)
Blood type containing antibodies to B, and A antigens
Blood type A
The components of blood responsible for clotting blood and sealing cuts
Platelets (Thrombocytes)
Name the largest blood vessel carrying deoxygenated blood TOWARDS the heart
Vena Cava (Superior and Inferior)
Oxygenated blood is pumped from the heart to the rest of the body in this type of circulation
Systemic Circulation
The blood type that is considered to be the Universal recipient
Blood Type AB