Medical Terminology in Hematology Quiz

Hemoglobin is a protein found in red blood cells that carries oxygen.

RBC stands for Red Blood Cell, a common abbreviation used in medical contexts.

White blood cells play a key role in the body's immune response, combating infections and foreign substances.

Leukocytosis refers to an elevated white blood cell count, often indicating infection or inflammation.

Pernicious anemia is caused by a deficiency of vitamin B12, which is essential for the production of red blood cells.

Hematopoiesis is the process by which blood cells are formed in the body.

Factor V is one of the clotting factors involved in the blood coagulation process.

Fibrinogen is a protein that is converted into fibrin during the blood clotting process, forming a stable clot.

The 'Rh' in Rh factor stands for Rhesus, referring to the Rhesus monkey where the factor was first identified.

Multiple myeloma is a cancer of plasma cells, which are a type of white blood cell, leading to bone marrow tumors.

Thrombopenia refers to a low platelet count in the blood, which can lead to bleeding disorders.

Hemolysis is the process by which red blood cells are destroyed, releasing hemoglobin into the bloodstream.

Sickle cell anemia is a genetic disorder causing abnormal hemoglobin, leading to misshapen red blood cells and health problems.

Type O blood lacks A and B antigens on its surface, making it compatible with all blood types as a universal donor.

Type B blood has B antigens on its surface, which determine its blood type and compatibility with other blood types.