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PBS 2.1.4- Blood

TermDefinition
Referral When a doctor sends a patient to another doctor or specialist for more care or testing.
Phlebotomy The process of drawing blood from a person for testing or donation.
Components of Blood Plasma, red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.
Leukocytes White blood cells that help fight infections and disease.
Erythrocytes Red blood cells that carry oxygen throughout the body.
Plasma The liquid part of blood that carries cells, nutrients, hormones, and waste.
Thrombocytes (Platelets) Cell fragments that help blood clot to stop bleeding.
Hemoglobin A protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen.
Sickle Cell Disease A genetic blood disorder where red blood cells are shaped like sickles and can block blood flow.
Leukemia Cancer of the blood-forming tissues that causes too many abnormal white blood cells.
Hematocrit The percentage of red blood cells in a blood sample.
Anemia A condition where the body does not have enough healthy red blood cells or hemoglobin.
Polycythemia A condition where the body makes too many red blood cells, making blood thick.
Canula A small tube inserted into a vein to draw blood or give fluids/medicine.
Complete Blood Count (CBC) A blood test that measures red blood cells, white blood cells, hemoglobin, and platelets.
Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP) A blood test that checks sugar levels, electrolytes, and kidney function.
Lipid Panel (Cholesterol Test) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglycerides.
Saturated Fat A type of fat usually solid at room temperature that can raise cholesterol levels.
Unsaturated Fat A type of fat usually liquid at room temperature that is healthier for the heart.
Hypercholesterolemia A condition where there is too much cholesterol in the blood.
Plaque (Cholesterol) Fatty buildup inside arteries that can block blood flow.
Blood-borne Pathogen A disease-causing organism found in blood, such as HIV or hepatitis.
Universal Precautions Safety rules used to prevent contact with blood and body fluids (like wearing gloves).
Veins of the Upper Limb Veins in the arm that return blood to the heart.
Brachiocephalic Vein A large vein that carries blood from the head, neck, and arms to the heart.
Subclavian Vein A vein under the collarbone that drains blood from the arm.
Axillary Vein A vein in the armpit area that carries blood from the arm.
Greater Cephalic Vein A large vein on the outer side of the arm used for blood draws.
Median Cubital Vein A vein in the elbow area commonly used for drawing blood.
Basilic Vein A vein on the inner side of the arm that carries blood toward the heart.
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