very important

endocrine system

makes hormones that are carried throughout the body

electrocardiagram(EKG)

this test measures electricity flowing through the heart. Also known as ECG

sickle cell anemia

blood produces abnormally shaped red blood cells. Cells are sickle or crescent-shaped but don't last as long

function of the liver

filters all of the blood in the body and breaks down poisonous substances, such as alcohol and drugs.

motor nerves

These nerves pass messages from the brain and spinal cord to parts of the body

muskuloskeletal system

to protect our vital organs and support the body(bones) and allow movement and create heat( muscles)

alveoli

smooth, thin lining that holds each lung

the word RENAL refers to what?

the kidney

the vas deferens, seminal vesicles, and prostrate glands are part of

the male reproductive system

conjestive heart failure

the heart becomes so weak that it can no longer pump blood through the body so instead of returning to the heart, blood starts to pool in other parts of the body.

what is duodenum?

is the top part of the small intestine, it s attached to the stomach. This is where juices from the liver and pancreas are added to further digest food

barium swallow (upper GI series) directions

your mouth, back of the throat, esophagus, stomach, and first part of your small intestine.

hyperthyroidism

occurs when your thyroid is too active. Makes MORE thyroid hormone(thyroxin) than your body needs.

hypothyroidism

occurs when your thyroid is under active. Makes LESS thyroid hormone(thyroxin) than your body needs.

CT scan

medical imaging technique used to obtain detailed internal images of the body.

diabetes

blood sugar(glucose) levels are too high