Explain how an increased hematocrit indicates a fluidshift.

Q: Name the mature organs and tissues of the hematopoietic system

A: Hematopoiesis is the production of all of the cellular components of blood and blood plasma. It…

Q: Define the term hemophilia ?

A: Introduction  X linked inheritance is based on the sex chromosome (X chromosome). This inheritance…

Q: Compare and contrast thrombocytopenia with thrombocytosis.

A: Primary thrombocytosis is considered as a single disease entity and consists of unique clinical…

Q: Define the term thrombomodulin?

A: Blood tissue is made of cell types like RBC, WBC, platelets and fluid component like plasma. Plasma…

Q: Explain why heart failure may develop in patients withemphysema.

A: Different body organs work in a coordinated manner to maintain optimum body performance. Any…

Q: Explain how Hypertension is categorized according to its causes?

A: Hypertension refers to the high blood pressure. Blood pressure is the pressure exerted on the walls…

Q: Describe hemophilia A: its pathophysiology, signs, andtreatment.

A: Hemophilia is a type of genetic hereditary disorder. It is characterized by the inability of the…

Q: When an Anaphylactic shock ?

A: The immune system protects the body by eliminating harmful foreign substance or pathogen which…

Q: erythroblastosis fetalis may develop.

A: Erythroblastosis fetalis classically results from Rho(D) incompatibility, which can develop once a…

Q: Explain why blood pressure drops significantly in anaphylactic shock.  In other      words, explain…

A: Blood pressure refers to the force in which the blood is pushed through the arteries. It comprises…

Q: Describe disorders associated with blood clotting.

A: Blood clotting (coagulation) disorders ar dysfunctions within the body's ability to regulate the…

Q: Define inhibin

A: The growth hormone of mammals plays an important role in the female reproduction controlling cell…

Q: Define the word hemangioma

A: Hemangioma is non-cancerous and often painless. It can bleed sometimes but mostly shows no symptom.…

Q: Describe the general processes of hemostasis?

A: Hemostasis refers to a cascade of the physiological process which stops blood loss after an injury…

Q: Summarize the three primary causes of anemia?

A: Red blood cells (RBCs) also called erythrocytes are anucleate cells lacking granules in their…

Q: Describe how erythroblastosis fetalis may develop.

A: Erythroblastosis fetalis is a condition which occur in fetus when there is the transmission of…

Q: Cite examples of blood disorders.

A: Blood disorders are more common due to less intake of nutrients and some disease conditions,…

Q: Give the cause of hypertension?

A: there are several cause of hypertension

Q: What does hematocrit measure?

A: Ans: Hematocrit: This is referred to as the volumes of blood which contain red blood cells.

Q: Explain the basis of ABO blood types.

A: Red blood cell surfaces may  contain two  antigens namely antigen A and antigen B. Antigen A and…

Q: What is a hematocrit used for?

A: The cell is the functional self-contained unit of all life forms. Blood is the main transport medium…

Q: (a) How is clot overgrowth usually prevented? (b) List two conditions that may lead to unnecessary…

A: Hemostasis is the process that occurs to prevent bleeding and involves the formation of blood clots…

Q: Explain why an embolus may cause a larger infarction thanan atheroma with thrombus.

A: The heart is one of the vital organs of the human body. It is composed of muscles only and the…

Q: Explain the cause of incompatible bloodtransfusion.

A: Blood is a part of the circulatory system. It has two phases: the cellular and liquid plasma phase.…

Q: Describe the signs and symptoms of a hemothorax.

A: When blood gets collected in the pleural cavity, between the lungs and the chest wall, it's called…

Q: Differentiate the location and effects of a thrombus from anembolus.

A: The cardiovascular system is primarily composed of the heart, blood, and blood vessels. This system…

Q: give examples of 4 different values of hematocrit and explain their meaning

A: Introduction : A hematocrit test is a blood test that examines the percentage of red blood cells in…

Q: which leukocyte type would likely be elevated in a patient who has strep throat?

A: Strep throat is an infection which causes pain and inflammation in tonsils and throat. Strep throat…

Q: Typical CBC findings in hemolytic anemia include: a. Microcytic, hypochromic cells with increased…

A: Blood is an important fluid tissue in the body that transports oxygen and nutrients to all other…

Q: What causes Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura?

A: Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura refers to the immune disorder which is characterized by abnormal…

Q: Describe the main types of granulocytes and agranulocytes, theirfunctions, and their incidence in…

A: Some basic concepts  Blood Blood has two components that is Plasma and Formed elements. Plasma…

Q: Explain the difference between a differential white blood cell count and a total white blood cell…

A: The white blood cells are also known as leukocytes are the cells that are a major component of the…

Q: Define hematocrit, and explain how the medical definition differs from the clinical usage.

A: Blood is a bodily fluid in humans and other species that transfers metabolic waste products away…

Q: What are the general effects of anemia on body systems?

A: Anemia is a disorder/disease in which your body's tissues do not receive/get enough oxygen due to a…

Q: Define thrombocytopenia and list the more common causes of this condition

A: Platelets or thrombocytes are colorless blood cells, produced in the bone marrow to help blood clot.…

Q: Explain the term Atrial Bigeminy?

A: Electrocardiogram(ECG) is a test that is used to detect the electrical activity of the heart and…

Q: Explain why fever is accompanies the toxic overdoses of Aspirin drug?

A: Aspirin is a salicylate drug which is used as an analgesic. Aspirin is classified as non-steroidal…

Q: Explain how bacterial infection can be associated with Neutrophilia and Neutropenia?

A: White blood cells are an important part of the immune system. They are granulocytes and…

Q: Explain why individuals with pernicious anemia have a lowhemoglobin level.

A: Anemia: A disease condition that arises because of a deficiency of healthy red blood cells. This…