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What is the role of mitochondria in the body?

burn food and help us to use it as energy.

Where is the pituitary gland located?

behind the eyes at the tip of the brain.

What are endocrine glands responsible for?

regulate hormones in the body.

What is the urinary system also called?

excretory system.

What is the function of the skin and sense organ system?

It consists of skin, hair, nails, and sweat glands working together.

What is the term for internal organs collectively?

Viscera.

What is the definition of the cranial cavity?

holds the organ of the brain.

Which body cavity contains the lungs and heart?

The thoracic cavity.

What organs are found in the abdominal cavity?

The stomach, small and large intestines, spleen, pancreas, liver, and gallbladder.

What cavity contains the bladder and reproductive organs in females?

The pelvic cavity.

What is a peritoneum?

A double membrane that surrounds the abdominal cavity.

What does the term 'mediastinum' refer to?

The area in between and behind the lungs.

What is the primary function of the pancreas?

To produce insulin which helps regulate blood sugar.

What is a common result when the pancreas does not produce insulin?

Diabetes, where sugar accumulates in the bloodstream.

What term describes muscle tissue that surrounds an organ?

Visceral.

What anatomical terms describe the front and back of the body?

Anterior (front) and posterior (back).

Which anatomical term refers to the center region near the navel?

Umbilical region.

How many quadrants divide the abdominal pelvic region?

Four quadrants.

What areas are classified as the right upper quadrant?

Contains the liver, gallbladder, and portions of the small intestine.

What defines the term 'superior' in anatomical position?

Toward the head.

What is the distinction between proximal and distal?

Proximal is closer to the trunk; distal is farther away.

What is the sagittal plane?

A vertical plane dividing the body into right and left sections.

What is a craniotomy?

The surgical procedure of cutting the skull.

What does 'adipose' refer to?

Fat.

What are the two combining forms for nucleus?

Karyo and nucleo.

What does 'hypertrophy' mean?

Increase in the size of an organ or tissue.

What does 'hyperglycemia' indicate?

An elevated level of glucose in the blood.

What does 'cysto' mean when used in medical terms?

Refers to the urinary bladder.

What does 'arthro' mean in anatomy?

Joint.

How many cervical vertebrae are there?

Seven cervical vertebrae.

What is the role of the gallbladder?

To store and concentrate bile.

What anatomical term describes area below the stomach?

Hypogastric region.

What is the anterior portion of the body?

The front part of the body.

What does the term 'renal' refer to?

Related to the kidneys.

Define the term 'hemoglobin'.

The protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen.

What is the medical definition of 'osteoporosis'?

A condition in which bones become weak and brittle.

How is the abdominal cavity divided into regions?

It can be divided into nine regions.

What is the largest artery in the body?

The aorta.

What does 'thoracotomy' refer to?

A surgical procedure to open the chest.

What is the significance of the diaphragm?

It separates the thoracic cavity from the abdominal cavity.

What anatomical structure does 'thoraco' refer to?

The chest.

What is a common examination procedure for the urinary bladder?

Cystoscopy.

What does 'bucco' refer to?

The cheek.

What does 'trans' indicate in medical terminology?

Across or through.

What is the meaning of 'hepatitis'?

Inflammation of the liver.

Which hormone regulates metabolism and energy production?

Thyroid hormones.

What is the purpose of the spleen?

To filter blood and help fight infections.

What condition does 'sarcoma' indicate?

A tumor of connective or fleshy tissue.

What does 'gastro' mean?

Relating to the stomach.