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The 3 types of formed elements in the blood
erythrocytes
leukocytes
thrombocytes
the normal RBC count
4-6 million per cubic millimeter
individuals living at high altitudes have ______ RBC count
greater
life span for normal RBC
100-120 days
function of erythrocytes
transport of O2 and CO2
enzyme of RBC
Carbonic Anhydrase
normal total WBC count
4,000-11,000 per cubic millimeter
job of WBC's
protect body against pathogens
2 categories of WBC's
granulocytes
agranulocytes
name the granulocytes
basophils
neutrophils
eosinphils
name the agranulocytes
lymphocytes
monocytes
the largest WBC
monocyte
smallest WBC
lymphocyte
what are thrombocytes?
platelets
what are platelets?
cell fragments of megakaryocytes
what is the normal platelet cell count?
250,000-500,000 per cubic millimeter
what is hemostasis?
stoppage of bleeding from a damaged vessel
the formed elements of the blood are produced where?
Red Bone Marrow
What is the process of forming the formed elements?
hemopoiesis
the primary location of RBM
spongy bone
stem cell which all formed elements originate
hemocytoblast
what are myeloid stem cells
hemocytoblasts form erythrocytes, granulocytes, and monocytes
what are lymphoid stem cells
hemocytoblasts form lymphocytes
hemocytoblasts differentiate into these 3 cell types
myeloid stem cells, lymphoid stem cells, and megakaryocytes
the lymphocyte's job
produce antibodies/immune system
major type of blood vessel in Red Bone Marrow
sinusoid
describe magakaryocytes
large cells in red bone marrow, large multi lobed nucleus, formed from hemocytoblasts
the lymphatic system's job
participates in the body's defense and resistance to disease, also sight for production and maturation of lymphocytes
lymph node job
acts as a filter to remove microorganisms and other foreign substances from lymph (also activation of the immune system)
2 major regions of the lymph node
cortex and medulla
the cortex of the lymph node consists of this
lymph nodules
the lighter stained central region of a lymph nodule
germinal center
what is the germinal center of lymph nodules
site of rapid lymphocyte division
the medulla of a lymph nodule consists of these
macrophages
the cortex is a ________ stain than the medulla of a lymph node
darker
lymph nodules are found here
outer cortex of lymph node
this carries lymph to a given lymph node
afferent lymphatic vessel
this carries lymph away from the lymph node
efferent lymphatic vessel
this passes or filters through lymph nodes
lymph
this surrounds the lymph node
capsule of fibrous CT
inward extensions of the lymph node capsule
trabeculae
major pathway taken by lymph within the node is through
lymph sinuses
where is the spleen located?
left side of body, just under diaphragm
functions of the spleen
remove foreign substances from blood
provide a site for lymphocyte proliferation
remove and destroy worn out blood cells from circulation
store some red blood cells
medullary cords
are small extensions of cortex made up of lymphocytes and plasma cells
medullary sinus
how lymph travels through lymph node
concave side of lymph node where lymph leaves by efferent lymphatic vessels is called this
hilus
where is the thymus gland?
in upper chest cavity posterior to the sternum
thymus gland's job
site for lymphocyte maturation
secretes hormones required for the body to mount an immune response
2 major components of whole blood
plasma
formed elements
plasma
non-living fluid matrix component of blood
percentage of whole blood that consists of formed elements
hematocrit
Major function of neutrophils
phagocyte, found where there is inflammation in the body
Major function of eosinophils
combat infection and parasites, also associated with allergies and asthma
Major function of monocytes
replenish macrophages and move to sites of infection
Major function of basophils
stores histamine, also helps with infections
Major function of lymphocytes
Important role in body's defenses
Is a neutrophil a granulocyte or agranulocyte?
granulocyte
Is a eosinphil a granulocyte or agranulocyte?
granulocyte
Is a basophil a granulocyte or agranulocyte?
granulocyte
Is a lymphocyte a granulocyte or agranulocyte?
agranulocyte
Is a monocyte a granulocyte or agranulocyte?
agranulocyte
what is the abundance of a neutrophil?
40%-70%
what is the abundance of a eosinophil
1%-4%
what is the abundance of a monocyte
4%-8%
what is the abundance of a basophil
less than 1%
what is the abundance of a lymphocyte
20%-45%
describe the nucleus and cytoplasm of a neutrophil
nucleus: 3-7 lobes

cytoplasm: pink, fine granules
describe the nucleus and cytoplasm of a eosinophil
nucleus: 2 lobed

cytoplasm: contains large, bright orange granules
describe the nucleus and cytoplasm of a monocyte
nucleus: large, often kidney bean shaped

cytoplasm: faint light blue
describe the nucleus and cytoplasm of a basophil
nucleus: usually 2 lobed, indistinct, hidden by cytoplasmic granules

cytoplasm: large purplish or purplish-black granules
describe the nucleus and cytoplasm of a lymphocyte
nucleus: round or oval, chromatin clumped.

cytoplasm: light blue, agranular. thin halo around nucleus
the major function of the respiratory system
gas exchange
where gas exchange occurs in the respiratory system
alveoli
name for a connected series of structures during breathing
tract
the upper respiratory tract includes
nose, pharynx, larynx
the lower respiratory tract includes
trachea, bronchi, bronchioles, lungs
inside part of the nose
nasal cavity
air enters the nasal cavity by
2 external nares (nostrils)
median that divides nasal cavity into Right and Left
nasal septum
the turbinate bones in the nasal cavity are called
conchae
3 conchae of nasal cavity
superior nasal conchae, middle nasal conchae, inferior nasal conchae
the nasal cavities lead into the pharynx through
internal nares
describe the pharynx
passageway for both food and air (throat)
consists of 3 parts, the nasopharynx, oropharynx, and laryngopharynx
nasopharynx
air passageway only, superior portion of pharynx
oropharynx
air and food passageway, middle portion of pharynx
laryngopharynx
air and food passageway, inferior portion of pharynx
the major function of the respiratory system
gas exchange
where gas exchange occurs in the respiratory system
alveoli
name for a connected series of structures during breathing
tract
the upper respiratory tract includes
nose, pharynx, larynx
the lower respiratory tract includes
trachea, bronchi, bronchioles, lungs
inside part of the nose
nasal cavity
air enters the nasal cavity by
2 external nares (nostrils)
median that divides nasal cavity into Right and Left
nasal septum
the turbinate bones in the nasal cavity are called
conchae
3 conchae of nasal cavity
superior nasal conchae, middle nasal conchae, inferior nasal conchae
the nasal cavities lead into the pharynx through
internal nares
describe the pharynx
passageway for both food and air (throat)
consists of 3 parts, the nasopharynx, oropharynx, and laryngopharynx
nasopharynx
air passageway only, superior portion of pharynx
oropharynx
air and food passageway, middle portion of pharynx
laryngopharynx
air and food passageway, inferior portion of pharynx
larynx
from pharynx, where air enters, also known as voice box
cartilages of the larynx
thyroid cartilage
cricoid cartilage
epiglottis
thyroid cartilage
adam's apple
opening of the larynx
glottis
glottis
opening of the larynx
this covers the glottis
epiglottis
the glottis is surrounded by these
vocal cords
thachea
windpipe, air passageway that runs from larynx to bronchi
the trachea divides into
the right and left primary bronchus
each primary bronchus enters its respective lung at an indented region called
hilus
primary bronchi divide into
secondary bronchi
how many lobes to the right lung?
3
how many lobes to the left lung
2
secondary bronchi divide into
tertiary bronchi
tertiary bronchi divide into
bronchioles
do bronchioles contain cartilage
no
larger bronchioles branch into
terminal bronchioles
terminal bronchioles divide into
respiratory bronchioles
respiratory bronchioles feed into
alveolar ducts
alveolar ducts terminate in
alveolar sacs
the entire branching structure of the airways is called
respiratory tree
conducting zone
nose to terminal bronchioles, no gas exchange
the volume of air contained in the airways of the conducting zone
anatomic dead space
the respiratory zone
respiratory bronchioles to alveoli, gas exchange
where gas exchange ocurrs
alveoli
these surround alveoli
pulmonary capillaries
major muscle of inspiration
diaphragm
this separates the thorax from the abdominal cavity
diaphragm
innervation of diaphragm is by
phrenic nerves (from C3-C5)
these are inspiratory muscles besides the diaphragm
external intercostals
most important muscles of expiration
abdominal muscles
rectus abdominis
internal and external oblique muscles
transverse abdominis
these are also expiration muscles besides the abdominal muscles
internal intercostals
where is the parietal pleura
outside layer, lines cavities
where is the visceral pleura?
layer on lungs
names of the left lobes of the lungs
superior and inferior
names of the right lobes of the lungs
superior, middle, and inferior
food pipe
esophagus
the trachea is lined with this
ciliated pseudostratified columnar epithelium
mucus secreting cells among the cells lining the trachea
goblet cells
located in the submucosa, just beneath the ciliated pseudostratified columnar epithelium
sermucous glands
the wall of the trachea contains this type of cartilage
C-shaped rings of hyaline cartilage
open portions of the C-shaped rings are connected by smooth muscle cells that form
trachealis muscle
the alveolus is lined with this type of cell
simple squamous epithelium
the surfactant secreting cell
type II
the organs of the GI tract
mouth, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, anus
the accessory digestive organs include
teeth, tongue, digestive glands
the roof of the mouth consists of
soft palate and hard palate
the extension off the soft palate
uvula
during swallowing, the soft palate ___________ to close off the __________ so food doesn't come out of your nose
raises
nasopharynx
these are located on each side of the tongue in the posterior portion of the oral cavity
palatine tonsils
this tonsil is located at the base of the tongue
lingual tonsil
the product of salivary glands
saliva
from the pharynx to the stomach
esophagus
the point where the esophagus joins the stomach is called the __________ which is surrounded by the _________
cardiac orifice
cardiac sphincter
superior part of the stomach is called this
fundus
the inferior part of the body of the stomach is called this
pyloric region
at the end of the stomach
pyloric sphincter
ridges inside the stomach
rugae
this structure covers the small intestine and most abdominal organs
greater omentum
layers of a tooth
pulp cavity, dentin, enamel, gingiva
name the four different types of teeth
incisor
cuspid (canine)
bicuspid (premolar)
tricuspid (molar)
what are deciduous teeth
baby teeth, form at 6-8 months old, primary teeth
(20 of these teeth with no bicuspid teeth and only 2 molars)
baby teeth or primary teeth are called this
deciduous teeth
deciduous teeth are replaced by
permanent teeth, begin at age 7
name the four lobes of the liver
right lobe
left lobe
caudate lobe
quadrate lobe
role of the liver
produce bile
where bile leaves the liver
common hepatic duct
where bile enters the duodenum
common bile duct
what does the gall blatter do
store bile
when digestion is not occurring, bile flows from the common hepatic duct to the _______ via the _________
gall blatter
cystic duct
artery of the liver
hepatic artery
blood enters liver through the _______, blood leaves the liver through __________
hepatic portal vein
hepatic veins
hepatic duct + cystic duct =
common bile duct
this produces most of the digestive enzymes
pancreas
in pancreas, this forms with the common bile duct as it enters the duodenum
pancreatic duct
organ that is posterior and left to the stomach, produces lymphocytes, filters blood, destroys old RBC's
spleen
job of the sleen
produces lymphocytes, filters blood, destroys old RBC's
falciform ligament
separates the right and left lobes of the liver
separates the right and left lobes of the liver
falciform ligament
tidal volume
volume of air that is moved into and out of the lungs during quiet breathing
volume of air that is moved into and out of the lungs during quiet breathing
tidal volume
ventilation
movement of air into and out of the lungs
movement of air into and out of the lungs
ventilation
hyperventilation
CO2 is too low
when CO2 is too low, this happens
hyperventilate
hypoventilation
CO2 is too high
when CO2 is too high, this happens
hypoventilation
hyprecapnia
reduction of CO2, CO2 is too high
hypocapnia
increase of CO2, CO2 is too low
name the 2 types of chemoreceptors
peripheral and central
(aortic arch and carotid sinus, along with medulla)
breathing rate is also known as
frequency
what is the break point
point where subject can't hold breath any longer
heart rate ________ during inspiration and _________ during expiration
increases
decreases
what is an enlarged thyroid gland called
goiter
what is a goiter
an enlarged thyroid gland
in the trachea slide, what is the layer underneath the epithelium
submucosa
what is the muscle at the top of the trachea slide
trachealis muscle