12. How does the body prevent abnormal clots?

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12. How does the body prevent abnormal clots?
13. List and describe all of the plasma proteins.
14. What is polycythemia? Describe the two types and how it affects the body.
15. Define hematocrit.
16. Define antigen and antibody.
17. How does the antigen affect blood transfusions?
18. Define the Leukocytes and their functions.
19. Summarize why knowing your blood results (pH levels, water, Carbon dioxide, etc.)
are necessary for overall health.
Transcribed Image Text:12. How does the body prevent abnormal clots? 13. List and describe all of the plasma proteins. 14. What is polycythemia? Describe the two types and how it affects the body. 15. Define hematocrit. 16. Define antigen and antibody. 17. How does the antigen affect blood transfusions? 18. Define the Leukocytes and their functions. 19. Summarize why knowing your blood results (pH levels, water, Carbon dioxide, etc.) are necessary for overall health.
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