Composition of Blood
Asked by Neha Kapoor · 1 year ago
What are the main components of blood and their respective functions?
1 Answer
The main components of blood and their respective functions are:
1. Plasma (55%):
- Liquid component of blood
- Transports nutrients, hormones, and waste products
- Helps maintain blood pressure and body temperature
2. Red blood cells (erythrocytes) (44%):
- Carry oxygen to tissues
- Remove carbon dioxide from tissues
3. White blood cells (leukocytes) (< 1%):
- Defend the body against infections and foreign substances
- Produce antibodies
4. Platelets (thrombocytes) (< 1%):
- Essential for blood clotting
- Help repair damaged blood vessels
1. Plasma (55%):
- Liquid component of blood
- Transports nutrients, hormones, and waste products
- Helps maintain blood pressure and body temperature
2. Red blood cells (erythrocytes) (44%):
- Carry oxygen to tissues
- Remove carbon dioxide from tissues
3. White blood cells (leukocytes) (< 1%):
- Defend the body against infections and foreign substances
- Produce antibodies
4. Platelets (thrombocytes) (< 1%):
- Essential for blood clotting
- Help repair damaged blood vessels
NEET Faculty · 1 year ago
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