Study Guide: Blood
Describe a blood sample (hematocrit). Explain how hematocrit can be used to diagnose disorders
(leukemia, anemia)
Describe and name the three types of blood cells. (erythrocytes, leukocytes, thrombocytes).
Describe the shape and size of red blood cells. Understand the role of hemoglobin in the function of
red blood cells.
Explain the role of EPO (erythropoietin) in hematopoiesis (blood formation) and how feedback loops are
involved in maintaining blood cell percentages.
Identify the different types of leukocytes and explain their function.
Define specific terms related to leukocytes
● histamines
● heparin
● phagocytes
● monocytes
● lymphocytes
● antibodies / antigens
Explain the role of platelets in hemostasis and list the key events in the process and the role of plasma
proteins.
Explain why type O negative blood is called the "universal donor." This includes the role of antigens on the
surface of blood cells.
Apply genetics to blood types (AA/ AO, BB/ BO, AB, OO).
A man with AB blood is married to a woman with AB blood. What blood types will their children be and in what
proportion?
A woman with type A blood is married to a type B person. What blood types will their children have?
A man with type AB blood is married to a woman with type O blood. They have two natural children, and one adopted
child. The children's blood types are: A, B, and O. Which child was adopted?