Cardiopulmonary Anatomy & Physiology
Cardiopulmonary Anatomy & Physiology
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ISBN: 9781337794909
Author: Des Jardins, Terry.
Publisher: Cengage Learning,
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Blood is composed of two different parts, namely plasma and formed elements. The blood cells and the platelets are formed elements. Plasma is a straw-colored fluid that consists of gases, waste materials, and nutrients.

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