Define : Embolus, thrombus, thrombophilia, vasodilation, thrombocytopenia, acapnia, pulse pressure.
Name the components of the formed elements in the blood and mention one major function of each of them.
What is the importance of the plasma proteins?
Plasma proteins constitute 6-8% of the plasma. Fibrinogen, globulins, and albumins are the major proteins of the plasma.
Following are the importance of the plasma proteins:
i. Fibrinogens - these are required for the clotting and coagulation of the blood.
ii. Globulins - these are involved in the defence mechanism.
iii. Albumins are required for maintaining the osmotic balance.
What is the significance of atrio-ventricular node and atrio-ventricular bundle in the functioning of heart?