Bundle: Human Biology, Loose-leaf Version, 11th + MindTap Biology, 1 term (6 months) Printed Access Card
Bundle: Human Biology, Loose-leaf Version, 11th + MindTap Biology, 1 term (6 months) Printed Access Card
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ISBN: 9781305616660
Author: Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Introduction: Hematologic system comprises of blood, blood vessels, and blood-forming organs. Blood is a fluid connective tissue that carries oxygen, glucose, and nutrients throughout the body. It mainly consists of four types of components, namely red blood cells (RBCs), white blood cells (WBCs), plasma, and platelets.

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