VISUAL ANAT.+PHYS.-PKG.
VISUAL ANAT.+PHYS.-PKG.
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To describe: The role of blood in stabilizing and maintaining the body temperature.

Introduction: Blood is a liquid connective tissue that transports oxygen and essential nutrients throughout the body. It also carries away carbon dioxide and metabolic waste. Blood is composed of two crucial components, namely plasma and formed elements. Plasma is a clear extracellular fluid whereas the formed elements are composed of blood cells and platelets.

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