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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
