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What Are the Basic Building Blocks of the Nervous System

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What are the basic building blocks of the nervous system?


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Embolus

A blood clot, air bubble, piece of fatty deposit, or other object that has been carried in the bloodstream to lodge in a vessel and cause an embolism.

Lymph

A clear fluid that circulates through the lymphatic system, containing white blood cells and playing a key role in the body's immune response.

Plasma Proteins

Plasma proteins are a diverse group of proteins found in blood plasma, playing crucial roles in blood clotting, immune response, and transport of substances.

Albumin

A protein found in blood plasma, responsible for maintaining the osmotic pressure needed for proper distribution of body fluids.

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