Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. Plasma can also be called the extracellular part of the blood.
2. Serum consists of blood minus the formed elements whereas plasma consists of blood minus the formed elements and clotting factors.
3. Blood makes up about 10% to 15% of the body weight in an adult.
4. Most adults have between 4 and 6 liters of blood.
5. A neutrophil is a type of granular erythrocyte.


1. TRUE
2. FALSE
3. FALSE
4. TRUE
5. FALSE

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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