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3 formed elements of blood |
Leukocytes, thrombocytes, erythrocytes |
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The function of erythrocytes |
Transport oxygen and carbon dioxide |
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There are this many million erythrocytes per cubic millimeter of blood |
5 |
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Lifespan of an erythrocyte |
80 to 120 days |
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Function of leukocytes |
Bodie main defense |
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There are approximately how many thousands of leukocytes per cubic millimeter of |
8 |
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Five types of leukocytes |
Neutrophil, basophil, eosinophil, monocyte, lymphocyte |
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Function of thrombocytes |
clotting |
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What are the main functions of the lymphatic system |
Transport proteins and fluids, protect against pathogens, pathway for absorption of fats |
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The 3 accessory organs of the lymphatic system |
Spleen, tonsil, thymus |
