Blood Chapter 18
Overview: Composition and Functions of the Blood
Components
Physical Characteristics and Volume
Functions of the Blood
Distribution
Regulation
Protectio n
Blood Plasma
Formed Elements
Erythrocytes
Structural Characteristics
Function
Production of Erythrocytes
Regulation and Requirements of Erythropoiesis
Fate and Destruction of Erythrocytes
Erythrocyte Disorders
Leukocytes
General Structural and Functional Characteristics
Granulocytes
Agranulocytes
Production and Life Span of Leukocytes
Leukocyte Disorders
Platelets
Hemostasis
Vascular Spasms
Platelet Plug Formation
Coagulation
Phase 1: Two Pathways
Phase 2: Common Pathway
Phase 3: Common Pathway
Clot Retraction and Repair
Fibrinolysis
Factors Limiting Normal Clot Growth
Factors Preventing Undesirable Clotting
Disorders of Hemostasis
Thromboembolytic Conditions
Bleeding Disorders
Transfusion and Blood Replacement
Transfusion of Whole Blood
Human Blood Groups
Transfusion Reactions
Agglutination and Hemolysis
Blood Typing
Plasma and Blood Volume Expanders
Diagnostic Blood Tests