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  1. Describe the functions of blood.
  2. Describe the formed elements of blood.
  3. Explain the functions and composition of plasma.
  4. List the characteristics of red blood cells (RBCs).
  5. Understand how the structure of hemoglobin allows it to carry oxygen and carbon dioxide.
  6. Describe the life cycle of red blood cells.
  7. List several disorders of red blood cells.
  8. List the types of white blood cells, and describe the structure and functions of each.
  9. List several disorders of white blood cells.
  10. Describe the origin of platelets.
  11. Describe the steps in the blood clotting process.
  12. List several disorders related to blood clotting.
  13. Describe how antigens on RBCs determine ABO blood type and how a lab technician determines a person's blood type.
  14. Describe the possible Rh-factor complications of pregnancy and its prevention.
  15. Discuss the homeostatic functions of the cardiovascular as it relates to other body systems.
  16. Understand and use the bold-faced and italicized terms included in this chapter.





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