Question

an inability of body cells to receive adequate amounts of oxygen may indicate a malfunction of

a. leukocytes
b. thrombocytes
c. monocytes
d. erythrocytes

Explanation:

Identify the physiological function of oxygen transport

Oxygen is transported to body cells primarily by binding to hemoglobin inside red blood cells.

Evaluate the given options

• Leukocytes (white blood cells) are involved in immune defense.
• Thrombocytes (platelets) are involved in blood clotting.
• Monocytes are a specific type of leukocyte involved in phagocytosis.
• Erythrocytes (red blood cells) contain hemoglobin and are specialized for oxygen transport.

Determine the correct cell type

An inability of body cells to receive adequate oxygen indicates a malfunction of erythrocytes.

Answer:

• A. leukocytes
• B. thrombocytes
• C. monocytes
• D. erythrocytes (Correct answer)