What would expect to find being transported in your blood?
Nutrients: Nutrients such as glucose, amino acids, and lipids are transported in the blood from the digestive system to the body's cells.* Oxygen: Oxygen is transported in the blood from the lungs to the body's cells.
* Carbon Dioxide: Carbon dioxide is transported in the blood from the body's cells to the lungs.
* Hormones: Hormones are transported in the blood from endocrine glands to target cells throughout the body.
* Electrolytes: Electrolytes, such as sodium, potassium, and calcium, are transported in the blood to maintain fluid balance and regulate nerve and muscle function.
* Waste Products: Waste products, such as urea and creatinine, are transported in the blood to the kidneys for excretion.
* Immune Cells: Immune cells, such as white blood cells, are transported in the blood to fight infections and diseases.
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