Chapter 004 the blood

Chapter 4The blood

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Figure 4.1 A. The proportions of blood cells and plasma in whole blood separated by gravity. B. A blood clot in serum.


Figure 4.2 Haemopoiesis: stages in the development of blood cells.


Figure 4.3 Maturation of the erythrocyte.


Figure 4.4 Control of erythropoiesis: the role of erythropoietin.


Figure 4.5 The ABO system of blood grouping: antigens, antibodies and compatibility.


Figure 4.6 The granulocytes (granular leukocytes).


Figure 4.7 Amoeboid movement of leukocytes.


Figure 4.8 Phagocytic action of neutrophils.


Figure 4.9 The agranulocytes.


Figure 4.10 Stages of blood clotting (coagulation).


Figure 4.11 The immune processes involved in haemolytic disease of the newborn.


Figure 4.12 Transmission of the sex-linked haemophilia gene between generations.


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