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functions of blood
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>transports dissolved gasses, nutrients, wastes, enzymes, and hormones
>stabilizes pH and electrolyte composition of intestinal fluids >prevents fluid loss >defends against toxins/pathogens >stabalizes body temperature |
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characteristics of blood
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pH 7.35-7.45
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pints in male
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10-12
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pints in female
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8-10
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what % of body weight is blood?
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~ 10%
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what % of body weight is BM?
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5%
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temp of blood?
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slightly higher than body (38C vs.37C; 100.4F vs. 98.6F)
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