After you have studied this chapter, you should be able to:

1. Describe the general characteristics of the blood and discuss its major functions.

2. Distinguish among the types of blood cells.

3. Explain how blood cell counts are made and how they are used.

4. Discuss the life cycle of a red blood cell.

5. Explain control of red blood cell production.

6. List the major components of blood plasma and describe the functions of each.

7. Define hemostasis, and explain the mechanisms that help to achieve it.

8. Review the major steps in blood coagulation.

9. Explain how coagulation can be prevented.

10. Explain the basis for blood typing.

11. Describe how blood reactions may occur between fetal and maternal tissues.

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