Module 01 Study Guide for Week 1 Quiz
1. Have an understanding of blood typing: ABO, Rh+ and Rh-. 8 possible types
2. What is Leukopoiesis? Production of WBCs
a. In which organ does leukopoiesis occur? Red bone marrow
3. What is the lifespan of a red blood cell? 100-120 days
4. What are the steps of hemostasis? Vascular spasm, Platelet plug formation and coagulation
5. What is the heme group of hemoglobin made of? Iron
6. What is a “granulocyte”? Is a WBC containing granules within the cytoplasm.
a. Name the granulocytes: Eosinophil, Basophil (least common – releases histamine),
Neutrophil ( in infections)
7. What is an “agranulocyte”? Is a WBC containing smaller, less visible granules in the
cytoplasm
a. Name the agranulocytes: Monocytes and Lymphocytes
8. What part of blood provides immunity against infection? Leukocytes – WBCs
9. What type(s) of blood can a B negative patient receive? O-, B-; an A positive patient? A+, A-,
O+ O- (AB+: universal receiver, O-: universal donor)
10. What are “formed elements” in the blood? RBCs, WBCs and Platelets (Thrombocytes)
a. What makes up most of the “formed elements” in the blood? RBCs (Erythrocytes)
11. What is erythropoietin? EPO – hormone that stimulates the production and release of
erythrocytes.
a. Where is erythropoietin made in the body? In the kidneys.