Functions/overview of blood
What does "ogen" stand for in Fibrinogen
Inactive
When whole blood is centrifuged, the layer of leukocytes and thrombocytes is called the...
Buffy coat
What is the hematocrit of RBC's
45%
What does SI stand for
Supplemental instruction
Who won the 2026 World Cup
Spain
What are the 3 functions of blood
Transport, regulation, and protection
Which of the following would not be considered a formed element in the blood?
albumin
erythrocyte
monocyte
thrombocyte
albumin
Where are red blood cells produced (in adults)?
Red bone marrow
What kind of classes does SI target?
Historically difficult courses with consistent D,F,W's
Who painted "Starry Night"?
Vincent van Gogh
Why is vasospasm a beneficial first-reaction to blood vessel damage?
It slows blood loss
Who is the 1st responder of the leukocytes
What is the diameter of a normal red blood cell
7.5 um
When are Dr. Dalal's office hours
TR (8:00-8:30 am) by appointment
What is NaCl commonly called?
Salt
Based on what you know about prefixes and suffixes, what do hemolysins do?
causes blood cells to rupture
What is the purpose of platelets?
They help prevent blood loss by forming platelet plugs and contributing to the formation of a blood clot
Why can't erythrocytes survive more than 120 days?
They have no nucleus
When are my SI session days, times, and locations?
M: 5-6 PM at Lamb 207
W: 4-5 PM at Sherrod 129
What was the first Disney animated film based on the life of a real person?
Pochahontas
Explain the difference b/w osmotic pressure and hydrostatic pressure
OP: Pulls fluid back into blood vessel
HP: Pushes fluid out out of blood vessel
Explain the purpose of each leukocytes
Neutrophil: 1st responder, attacks and destroys bacteria
Eosinophils: Fights parasites and contributes to allergic rxn
Basophil: Releases histamine and other chemicals during inflammation and allergic rxn
Lymphocytes: Very specific immune response, has B and T cells
Monocytes: Big macrophages that eat any pathogens and debris
Explain the RBC's shape and the shapes purpose
Biconcave disc (donut)
This allows them time to fold easily to squeeze through tiny capillaries
Increased surface area which allows quick exchange for O2 and CO2
When is the 1st exam?
September 22-23
Which country invented ice cream?
China