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against

Anti

eat, swallow

phag/o

lymph node

lymphaden/o

lymph vessel

lymphangi/o

poison

tox/o

flesh

sar/o

formative material of cells

-plasm

protection, safe

Immun/o

spleen

splen/o

tumor

onc/o

6.11. bacteria capable of movement

Spirochetes

6.12. chain-forming bacteria

Streptococci

6.13. cluster-forming bacteria

staphylococci

6.14. live only by invading cells

Parasites

6.15. live within other organisms

Viruses

6.16. The _ has/have a hemolytic function

spleen

6.17. The term _ means not life-threatening

benign

6.18. The medical term for the condition commonly known as shingles is

herpes zoster

6.19. Proteins that activate the immune system, fight viruses by slowing or stopping their multiplication, and signal other cells to increase their defenses are known as

interferons

The plays specialized roles in both the lymphatic and immune systems

thymus

6.21. The protective ring of lymphoid tissue around the back of the nose and upper throat is formed by the

tonsils

Secondary _ can be caused by cancer treatments, burns, or injuries

lymphedema

6.23. Fats that cannot be transported by the bloodstream are absorbed by the that are located in the villi that line the small intestine

lacteals

6.24. The parasite is most commonly transmitted from pets to humans by contact with contaminated animal feces

toxoplasmosis

6.25. A/An _ is a type of leukocyte that surrounds and kills invading cells. This type of cell also removes dead cells and stimulates the action of other immune cells

macrophage

6.26. filter harmful substances from lymph cells

Lymph nodes

6.27. lymphoid tissue hanging from the lower portion of the cecum

vermiform appendix

6.28. cells combine with antibodies to ward off pathogens

complement system

6.29. stores extra erythrocytes

Spleen

6.30. wraps the body in a physical barrier

intact skin

The _ oct as intracellular signals to begin the immune response.

cytokines

32. A _ drug is a medication that kills or damages cells

corticosteroid

6.33. The _ develop from B cells and secrete large bodies of antibodies coded to destroy specific antigens.

plasma cells

6.34. The antibody therapy known as _ is used to treat multiple sclerosis, hepatitis C, and some cancers

monoclonal antibodies

6.35. Infectious mononucleosis is caused by a

virus

6.36. A _ is a malignant tumor that arises from connective tissue.

Sarcoma

6.37. The _, which are also known as the nasopharyngeal tonsils, are located in the nasopharynx.

adenoids

6.38. _ is a diagnostic test that is performed to detect damage or malformations of the lymphatic vessels.

lymphoscintigraphy

6.39. _ means becoming progressively worse and life-threatening.

malignant

6.40. _ is commonly known as chickenpox

Varicella

6.46. is the process through which a tumor supports its growth by creating its own blood supply

angiogenesis

6.47. An opportunistic infection that is frequently associated with HIV is

Kaposi's sarcoma

6.48. Malaria is caused by a_that is transferred to humans by the bite of an infected mosquito.

virus

6.49. Bacilli, which are rod-shaped, spore-forming bacteria, cause

anthrax

6.50. Swelling of the parotid glands is a symptom of

mumps

6.51. A severe systemic reaction to an allergen causing serious symptoms that develop very quickly is known as

anaphylaxis

6.52. In_ radioactive materials are implanted into the tissues to be treated.

brachytherapy

6.53. When testing for HIV, an_ test produces more accurate results than

western blot

6.54. A/An_ is a benign tumor formed by an abnormal collection of lymphatic vessels.

lymphangioma

6.55. After primary cancer treatments have been completed, _ is used to decrease the chances that the cancer will recur.

chemoprevention

6.56. An _ is a medication that blocks the development, growth, or proliferation of malignant cells.

antineoplastic

6.57. A _ is a benign tumor made up of muscle tissue.

myoma

6.58. _ is a hard-tissue sarcoma that usually involves the upper shaft of the long bones, pelvis, or knee

osteosarcoma

6.59. _ is a member of the herpesvirus family that causes a variety of diseases.

Cytomegalovirus

6.60. _ is a form of cancer treatment that disrupts the blood supply to the tumor.

Antiangiogenesis

6.67. At the beginning of the treatment of Juanita Phillips' breast cancer, a/an _ needs breast biopsy was performed using an x-ray-guided

needle.

6.68. Mr. Grossman described his serious illness as being caused by a "superbug infection." His doctor describes these bacteria as being

antibiotic resistant

6.69. Dorothy Peterson was diagnosed with breast cancer. She and her doctor agreed upon treating this surgically with a/an

lumpectomy

to 6.70. Every day since his kidney transplant, Mr. Lanning must take a/an_ prevent rejection of the donor organ.

antirejection drug

6.71. Rosita Sanchez is 2 months pregnant, and she and her doctor are worried because her rash was diagnosed as _ defects in Rosita's developing child. They are concerned because this condition can produce

rubella

6.72. Tarana Inglis took _ to relieve the symptoms of her allergies.

antihistamine

6.73. The _ is spread to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. The more severe variety spreads to the spinal cord and brain.

West Nile virus

6.74. John Fogelman was diagnosed with having a/an_This is a malignant tumor that arises from connective tissues, including hard, soft, and liquid tissues.

Soft tissue Saroma

6.75. Jane Doe is infected with HIV. One of her medications is acyclovir, which is a/an _ drug used to treat viral infections or to provide temporary immunity.

antiretroviral

6.76. The _ are specialized lymphocytes that produce antibodies. Each lymphocyte makes a specific antibody that is capable of destroying a specific antigen.

b-cells

6.77. Any of a large group of diseases characterized by a condition in which the immune system produces antibodies against its own tissues is known as a/an

autoimmune disorder

The lymph nodes are located in the groin.

inguinal

6.79. A/An is any one of a large group of carcinomas derived from glandular tissue.

adenocarcinoma

A/An drug is used either as an immunosuppressant or as an antineoplastic.

cytotoxic