Equine Physiology Workbook

13. Define emigration & chemotaxis _____________________________________________

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14. What is hemostasis? _______________________________________________________

15. What are the 3 mechanisms of a blood clot formation? Explain all steps involved.

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16. What is the difference between the intrinsic & extrinsic pathways?

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17. How is prothrombinase produced? ___________________________________________

18. What is the role of vitamin K in blood clotting?

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19. What is Ca++ important for, with regards to the blood? ___________________________

20. What is the pericardium? ___________________________________________________

21. What are the layers of the heart?_____________________________________________

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