Blood, clotting and atherosclerosis Quiz
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1. Which blood component carries haemoglobin?
- A. Plasma
- B. Platelets
- C. Erythrocytes
- D. Neutrophils
2. Which enzyme converts fibrinogen to fibrin?
- A. Thrombin
- B. Thromboplastin
- C. Prothrombin
- D. Lipase
3. What is the first event in the development of atherosclerosis?
- A. A clot blocks the artery
- B. Cholesterol is deposited in fibrous tissue
- C. Smooth muscle forms a plaque
- D. Damage to the endothelium
4. A white blood cell has a kidney-shaped nucleus and is very large. Which is it?
- A. Neutrophil
- B. Eosinophil
- C. Monocyte
- D. Lymphocyte
5. Which risk factor for atherosclerosis cannot be changed by the patient?
- A. Smoking
- B. Family history
- C. Diet high in saturated fat
- D. Lack of exercise