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Red blood cells (RBCs) lack a nucleus and other organelles, which means they cannot synthesize new proteins or repair damaged ones. They primarily focus on their main function of transporting oxygen and carbon dioxide through hemoglobin. Once RBCs are mature, they rely on their initial protein content and have a limited lifespan of about 120 days, after which they are removed from circulation and replaced by new cells from the bone marrow. Thus, any damage to their proteins cannot be repaired or replaced during their lifetime.
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Why are red blood cells unable to synthasize proteins?
Mature blood cells do not have a nucleus. Without this genetic material, the cells are unable to synthesize proteins.
What causes hypoperfusion?
Hyporperfusion can be occur if the heart is damaged and unable to pump and adequate amount of blood through the body, there is inadequate blood volume in the body, or blood vessels are unable to respond to changes in blood pressure.
Where are damaged red blood cells phagocytized?
Damaged red blood cells are phagocytized in the spleen, liver, and bone marrow by macrophages. These specialized immune cells engulf and break down the damaged cells to recycle their components like iron and proteins.
Which of the following events is the first to occur during the process of hemostasis after a blood vessel becomes injured?
The endothelial lining is damaged, exposing collagen proteins to the blood.
What items found in the blood cannot move into the filtrate?
Large proteins like albumin and clotting factors are unable to move into the filtrate due to their size. Red blood cells and white blood cells are also too large to pass through the filtration barrier and remain in the blood.
What organ helps regulate blood?
The liver helps regulate blood by producing proteins that aid in blood clotting, breaking down old or damaged red blood cells, and storing and releasing glucose into the bloodstream as needed.
Does the circulatory system contain cell clots and proteins?
Yes, the circulatory system can contain blood clots that form to stop bleeding from a damaged blood vessel. Proteins, such as antibodies and clotting factors, also circulate in the blood to help maintain homeostasis and fight infections.
Which parts of the body can a person easily replace with cells?
Currently, the parts of the body that can be replaced with cells include skin, blood, and bone marrow. Skin grafts can be used to replace damaged skin, blood transfusions can replace blood cells, and bone marrow transplants can be performed to replace damaged or diseased bone marrow. However, the ability to completely replace complex organs or tissues like the heart or liver with cells is still a developing field of research.
What is cardiogenic shock?
Cardiogenic shock means when the heart has been damaged so much that it is unable to supply enough blood to the organs of the body. :) your welcome
How do coagulants work to promote blood clotting in the body?
Coagulants work by activating a series of proteins in the blood known as the coagulation cascade. This cascade leads to the formation of a blood clot, which helps to stop bleeding by sealing off the damaged blood vessel.
What substances are normally unable to pass through the glomerular walls?
Large molecules such as proteins, blood cells, and platelets are normally unable to pass through the glomerular walls due to their size. Additionally, negatively charged particles like albumin are also restricted from passing through as they are repelled by the negatively charged basement membrane of the glomerulus.
Where do nutrients go after they have passed through the intestine wall?
Blood stream and then used 2 repair damaged or to replace dead cells.
