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Composition, and functions of blood

Blood is a vital fluid that circulates throughout the human body and serves many important functions. It is composed of several different types of cells and plasma, a liquid portion that contains various substances. Here are the major components and functions of blood:

  1. Red Blood Cells (Erythrocytes): These are the most numerous cells in the blood and contain a protein called hemoglobin, which helps to transport oxygen from the lungs to the body’s tissues. They also help to remove carbon dioxide from the body.
  2. White Blood Cells (Leukocytes): These cells are part of the body’s immune system and help to defend against infections and diseases.
  3. Platelets (Thrombocytes): These are small, cell-like fragments that are involved in blood clotting and help to stop bleeding when an injury occurs.
  4. Plasma: This is the liquid portion of blood that contains water, proteins, hormones, and other substances. It helps to transport nutrients, waste products, and other substances throughout the body.

The functions of blood include:

  1. Transport: Blood carries oxygen, nutrients, hormones, and waste products to and from the body’s tissues and organs.
  2. Protection: White blood cells and antibodies in the blood help to defend against infections and diseases.
  3. Regulation: Blood helps to regulate body temperature, pH balance, and electrolyte balance.
  4. Clotting: Platelets in the blood help to form clots that prevent excessive bleeding when an injury occurs.
  5. Wound healing: Blood transports immune cells and growth factors to injured tissues, which helps to promote healing.

Overall, blood is a vital component of the human body and plays many essential roles in maintaining health and vitality.

First Year B Pharm Notes, Syllabus, Books, PDF Subjectwise/Topicwise

F Y B Pharm Sem-IF Y B Pharm Sem-II
BP101T Human Anatomy and Physiology I TheoryBP201T Human Anatomy and Physiology II – Theory
BP102T Pharmaceutical Analysis I TheoryBP202T Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry I Theory
BP103T Pharmaceutics I TheoryBP203T Biochemistry – Theory
BP104T Pharmaceutical Inorganic Chemistry TheoryBP204T Pathophysiology – Theory
BP105T Communication skills TheoryBP205T Computer Applications in Pharmacy Theory
BP106RBT Remedial BiologyBP206T Environmental sciences – Theory
BP106RMT Remedial Mathematics TheoryBP207P Human Anatomy and Physiology II Practical
BP107P Human Anatomy and Physiology PracticalBP208P Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry I Practical
BP108P Pharmaceutical Analysis I PracticalBP209P Biochemistry Practical
BP109P Pharmaceutics I PracticalBP210P Computer Applications in Pharmacy Practical
BP110P Pharmaceutical Inorganic Chemistry Practical
BP111P Communication skills Practical
BP112RBP Remedial Biology Practical

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