Category: Veterinary Physiology

What is Fibrinogen? Fibrinogen is a soluble plasma glycoprotein produced mainly by the liver. It is classified as an acute-phase reactant protein. This means that…

Introduction Blood proteins are essential for various biological functions in animals. They play significant roles in transporting nutrients, hormones, and waste products. Additionally, they are…

The Circulatory System of Draught Animals Basic Anatomy Draught animals possess a heart with four chambers: two atria and two ventricles. This structure allows for…

Introduction to Blood Blood is often referred to as the river of life. It circulates through our bodies, delivering essential substances to cells and removing…

Introduction to Blood Blood is often referred to as the “river of life.” It circulates throughout the body, delivering essential substances to cells and removing…

What is Plasma? Plasma is the liquid part of blood. It comprises about 55% of total blood volume. The primary components of plasma include water,…

Introduction White blood cells (WBCs), also known as leukocytes, are essential components of the immune system. They protect the body against infections and foreign invaders.…

What Are Platelets? Platelets are small, disc-shaped cell fragments found in the blood. They are produced in the bone marrow from large cells called megakaryocytes.…

What is Serum? Serum is the clear yellowish fluid that remains after blood has clotted. It contains various proteins, hormones, nutrients, and electrolytes essential for…

What is Lymphoid Lineage? Lymphoid lineage refers to a specific category of blood cells that arise from hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs). These stem cells are…