Table of contents

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 a disadvantage of using artificial blood compared to natural blood?

Artificial blood can carry oxygen more efficiently than natural blood.

Artificial blood lacks the ability to perform immune functions.

Artificial blood has a longer shelf life than natural blood.

Artificial blood is more likely to cause allergic reactions than natural blood.

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Understand the primary functions of natural blood, which include oxygen transport, immune function, and nutrient delivery.

Recognize that artificial blood is designed primarily to mimic the oxygen-carrying capacity of natural blood, often using hemoglobin-based oxygen carriers or perfluorocarbon emulsions.

Identify the limitations of artificial blood, such as the lack of immune function, which is a key role of natural blood in protecting the body against infections and foreign substances.

Consider the potential for allergic reactions with artificial blood, as it may contain synthetic or non-human components that can trigger immune responses.

Compare the shelf life of artificial blood with natural blood, noting that artificial blood often has a longer shelf life due to its synthetic nature and lack of cellular components that degrade over time.