Transfusion of Blood Components and Products

1 Cardiovascular System Components of the Cardiovascular System • consists of the heart plus all the blood vessels • transports blood to all parts of the body in two 'circulations': pulmonary (lungs) & systemic (the rest of the body) • responsible for the flow of blood, nutrients, oxygen and other gases, and hormones to and from cells • about 2,000 gallons (7,572 liters) of blood ... ................
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