the components of blood
This yellowish liquid makes up about 55% of your total blood volume and carries nutrients, hormones, and proteins
plasma
this blood type is called the universal Donner
O-
what tests provides a snapshot of RBCs, WBCs, and platelets.
Complete Blood Count
what is the most common blood type
O+
are responsible for carrying oxygen throughout the body.
red blood cells
this blood type is called the Universal Recipient
AB+
This test measures the percentage of a person's total blood volume that is made up of red blood cells.
Hematocrit
where do you draw blood on a adult
antecubital fossa
what are the primary players in the process of blood clotting
platelets/thrombocytes
If a person has Type B blood, their plasma contains antibodies against this specific antigen.
Antigen A
Known as the "A1c," this test measures the average blood sugar levels over the past 2–3 months
emoglobin A1c/Glycated Hemoglobin
This genetic disorder causes the body to produce red blood cells shaped like crescents, which can clog capillaries.
Sickle Cell Disease
this defends the body against infectious diseases.
white blood cells
This inherited protein, named after the Rhesus monkey, determines whether your blood type is positive or negative.
Rh factor
This panel measures electrolytes and kidney function markers like Creatinine.
Basic Metabolic Panel/BMP
This tube has a Lavender/Purple top tube containing this additive, which prevents clotting by "grabbing" calcium ions.
EDTA
This iron-rich protein is found inside red blood cells and binds to oxygen molecules.
hemoglobin
This rare blood type is often called Golden Blood
Rh-null
This specific test measures the rate at which red cells settle at the bottom of a tube, acting as a non-specific marker for inflammation
Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate/ESR
If a lab tech wants to test serum rather than plasma, they use a tube with this color top, which contains no anticoagulant.
Red top