Blood Is Comprised of Cellular Elements and an Extracellular Matrix

question 20

Multiple Choice

Blood is comprised of cellular elements and an extracellular matrix comprised primarily of water.What is the name of the blood's extracellular matrix?

• A)hematocrit
• B)fibrinogen
• C)buffy coat
• D)plasma
• E)none of these

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Definitions:

Oxygen Deficiency

A condition arising from insufficient oxygen reaching tissues, known as hypoxia.

Colostrum

Substance produced during the early days of lactation; rich in proteins and antibodies.

Suckling

The act of an infant or young animal feeding on its mother's milk.

Calories

A unit of energy used to quantify the amount of energy provided by foods and beverages.