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What are the main components of whole blood and their respective percentages?
Whole blood consists of two main components: plasma, which makes up 55% of the total volume, and formed elements (blood cells), which account for 45%.
Key points
- Whole blood volume is approximately 5 liters in adults.
- Plasma constitutes 55% of whole blood.
- Formed elements (blood cells) make up 45% of whole blood.
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