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1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

17. The Blood

Introduction To Blood

Anatomy & Physiology

17. The Blood

Introduction To Blood

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What is the primary function of blood in the human body?

To transport oxygen and nutrients to cells

To produce hormones for metabolic regulation

To provide structural support to organs

To store energy in the form of glycogen

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Identify the main components of blood: red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and plasma.

Understand the role of red blood cells, which contain hemoglobin, a protein that binds to oxygen and facilitates its transport from the lungs to the rest of the body.

Recognize that blood also carries nutrients absorbed from the digestive tract to cells throughout the body, providing the necessary components for cellular function and energy production.

Consider the role of blood in removing waste products, such as carbon dioxide, from cells and transporting them to excretory organs like the lungs and kidneys for elimination.

Conclude that the primary function of blood is to transport oxygen and nutrients to cells, supporting cellular metabolism and overall homeostasis in the body.