Chapter 10-Composition of Blood
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 blood | composed of plasma and formed elements, such as erythrocytes, leukocytes, and thrombocytes |
| plasma | clear, straw-colored, liquid portion of blood in which cells are suspended. Plasma is approximately 90% water and comprises approximately 55% of the total blood volume. |
| erythrocytes | red blood cells that carry oxygen. Erythrocytes develop in bone marrow. |
| leukocytes | white blood cells that combat infection and respond to inflammation. There are five types of white blood cells |
| platelets | one of the formed elements in the blood that is responsible for aiding in the clotting process |
| serum | clear, watery fluid portion of the blood that remains after a clot has formed |
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