CH 9 Enrichment Terms

A set of 24 vocabulary flashcards covering structure, conditions, symptoms, diagnostic procedures, and treatment terminology related to the endocrine system.

sphenoid bone

A bone at the base of the skull that houses the pituitary gland.

Hashimoto disease

A chronic thyroiditis of autoimmune origin.

impaired glucose tolerance (IGT)

High blood glucose levels after glucose intake that may signal borderline diabetes mellitus.

ketosis

Accumulation of ketone bodies, such as acetone, in the body; usually results from deficiency or faulty metabolism of carbohydrates, as in cases of diabetes mellitus and starvation.

pituitary apoplexy

Sudden massive hemorrhage and degeneration of the pituitary gland associated with a pituitary tumor; common symptoms include severe headache, visual problems, and loss of consciousness.

seasonal affective disorder (SAD)

A mood disorder with lethargy, depression, excessive need for sleep, and overeating that generally occurs in winter; thought to be related to melatonin levels as influenced by environmental light.

radioimmunoassay (RIA)

A method of measuring very small amounts of a substance, especially hormones, in blood plasma using radioactively labeled hormones and specific antibodies.

thyroid scan

Visualization of the thyroid gland after administration of radioactive iodine.