PHYSIOLOGY
BLOOD PHYSIOLOGY
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Question
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Which type of cells carries the oxygen that enters the body and transports it to other cells and tissues?
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platelets
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erythrocytes
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leukocytes
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Red blood cells, also known as erythrocytes, deliver oxygen to the tissues in your body. Oxygen turns into energy and your tissues release carbon dioxide. Your red blood cells also transport carbon dioxide to your lungs for you to exhale.
Detailed explanation-2: -Hemoglobin (Heme + Globin) The protein hemoglobin is a molecule which is responsible for carrying almost all of the oxygen in the blood. It is composed of four subunits, each with a heme group plus a globin chain.
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