Lab report 1- Please follow the instructions provided and use this as a guide in completing your lab report. This will be due next Tuesday at 11:59 pm.
On the first page, write you name and course title as well as the Experiment title which is Blood (10 Points)
Start Part 1 on the second page Ariel Capers
Part 1. Write a brief introduction on what blood cells are and the major blood types that you have learnt
from today’s lab (20 Points)
Blood cells are the cellular components of blood, which play a crucial role in maintaining various functions in the body. There are three main types of blood cells: red blood cells (RBCs), white blood cells
(WBCs), and platelets. Red blood cells, also known as erythrocytes, are responsible for carrying oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues and removing carbon dioxide. They contain a protein called hemoglobin, which binds to oxygen and gives blood its red color. White blood cells, also known as leukocytes, are part of the immune system and help protect the body against infections and foreign substances. There are different types of white blood cells, each with specific functions in the immune response. Platelets are small cell fragments that play a crucial role in blood clotting. When a blood vessel
is damaged, platelets form a plug at the site of injury to prevent excessive bleeding.
ABO are the different type of blood - Type A blood has A antigens on the surface of red blood cells and anti-B antibodies in the plasma.
- Type B blood has B antigens on the surface of red blood cells and anti-A antibodies in the plasma.
- Type AB blood has both A and B antigens on the surface of red blood cells and no antibodies in the plasma.
- Type O blood has no A or B antigens on the surface of red blood cells and both anti-A and anti-B antibodies in the plasma. These blood types are important for blood transfusions, as a person must receive a compatible blood type to avoid adverse reactions. Additionally, the Rh factor is another important component of blood typing, which determines whether a person is Rh positive or Rh negative.
Part 2. List all the Materials used, and methods used in carrying out the experiment (15 Points)
