Anatomy and Physiology 'Blood'

Coagulation

________ occurs when sticky platelets release chemicals to cause the blood to clot.

Arteriosclerosis

________ can increase clotting because platelets stick to rough patches.

Granules

________ contain histamine and heparin (anticoagulant)

Hemostatic action

________ will occur when a platelet encounters a tear in a capillary.

Thrombus

What is a localized blood clot, thrombosis? Answer with a single words or term.

RBCs

Red Blood Cells

globin

Each ________ can bind to one CO2.

Hemophilia

What is an inherited (sex linked) disorder where the blood has difficulty clotting? Answer with a single words or term.

Heparin

What is major anticoagulant produced in by the liver? Answer with a single words or term.

Embolus

What is when a clot circulates in blood stream, ________? Answer with a single words or term.

WBCs

white blood cells