Across
- 1. Leukocyte that release histamine & heparin
- 6. Also known as a red blood cell (RBC)
- 7. Cells that differentiate into various types of cells
- 10. The shape of red blood cells (RBC's)
- 11. Liver secretion that promotes blood clotting
- 14. Leukocyte type that includes T cells, B cells
- 16. Leukocyte that moderate allergic reactions & defend against parasitic worms
- 17. A chemical secretion preventing blood clotting
- 20. Plasma proteins that constitute antibodies or transport lipids & vitamins
- 22. Accumulation of bacteria, WBC's, damaged cells
- 23. A decrease in WBC count
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- 2. A chemical secretion that promotes inflammation
- 3. Cell that produces RNC's in the bone marrow
- 4. A reduction in the oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood
- 5. Increase in WBC count, often due to infection
- 8. The blood fluid, not incl. cells & platelets
- 9. The percentage (by volume) of blood cells in the blood
- 12. Leukocyte that destroy bacteria, fungus, some viruses
- 13. Cell fragments helping blood coagulate (clot)
- 15. Produced by B cells
- 18. Plasma protein that helps maintain blood osmotic pressure
- 19. The protein in RBC's that transports oxygen & carbon dioxide
- 21. Also known as a white blood cell