Respiratory
Blood
Blood circulation:
- Arterial
- Venous
- O2/CO2 exchange (capillaries)
Blood Colour: - Bright Red – rich
- Dark Red – Poor
pH: 7.35 – 7.45
Temp: 38 degrees
Body weight: 8%
Average blood volume: - M: 5L – 6L
- F: 4L – 5L
Functions of blood:
- Distribution: blood transports:
Oxygen and nutrients -> peripheral tissue
CO2
H2O, electrolytes, urea -> urine (kidneys)
Hormones (endocrine glands) -> target organs - Regulation:
Appropriate body temperature
pH in tissues buffer systems
fluid volume in circulatory systems - Protection:
prevents blood loss (Platelets)
prevents infection (WBC)