Medical Terminiology Ch6

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anti-

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against

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phang/o

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eat, swallow

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lymphaden/o

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lymph node

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lymphangi/o

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lymph vessel

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tox/o

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poison

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sarc/o

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flesh

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-plasm

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formative material of cells

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immun/o

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protection, safe

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splen/o

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spleen

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onc/o

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tumor

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spirochetes

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movement

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streptococci

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Chain-forming bacteria

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staphylococci

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Cluster-forming bacteria

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viruses

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Live only by invading cells

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parasites

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Live within other organisms

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spleen

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The ___ has/have a hemolytic function.

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lymphadenitis

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Inflammation of the lymph nodes is known as ___.

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herpes zoster

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

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interferons

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

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thymus

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The ___ plays specialized roles in both the lymphatic and immune systems.

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tonsils

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

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lymphedema

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Secondary ___ can be caused by cancer treatments, burns, or injuries.

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lacteals

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

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toxoplasmosis

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

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macrophage

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A ___ is a type of leukocyte that surrounds and kills invading cells. This type of call also removes dead cells and stimulates the action of other immune cells.

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lymph nodes

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Filter harmful substances from lymph

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veriform appendix

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Lymphoid tissue hanging from the lower portion of the cecum.

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complement system cells

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Combine with antibodies to dissolve foreign cells.

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spleen

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Stores extra erythrocytes

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intact skin

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Wraps the body in a physical barrier

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cytokines

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The ___ act as intracellular signals to begin the immune response.

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cytotoxic

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A ___ drug is a medication that kills or damages cells.

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plasma cells

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

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synthetic interferon

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

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virus

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Infectious mononucleosis is caused by a ___.

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sarcoma

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A ___ is a malignant tumor that arises from connective tissue.

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adenoids

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

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lymphocintigraphy

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

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antibiotics

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___ are commonly used to combat bacterial infections.

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varicella

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___ is commonly known as chickenpox.

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carcinoma in situ

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The abbreviation CIS stands for _______________.

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ductal carcinoma in situ

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The abbreviation DCIS stands for _____________________.

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lymphedema

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The abbrevation LE stands for __________.

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measles, mumps, and rubella vaccination

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The abbrevation MMR stands for _________________________________.

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antigen

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The abbrevation Ag stands for _______.

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angiogenesis

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

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kaposi's sarcoma

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

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parasite

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Malaria is caused by a ___ that is transferred to humans by the bite of an infected mosquito.

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anthrax

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

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mumps

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Swelling of the parotid glands is a symptom of ___.

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anaphylaxis

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

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brachytherapy

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In ___, radioactive materials are implanted into the tissues to be treated.

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Western blot

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When testing for HIV, a __ __ test produces more accurate results that the ELISA test.

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lymphangioma

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A ___ is a benign tumor formed by an abnormal collection of lymphatic vessels.

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adjuvant

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After primary cancer treatments have been completed, ___ therapy is used to decrease the chances that the caner will recur.

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antineoplastic

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

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metastasis

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___ is the new cancer site that results from the spreading process.

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osteosarcoma

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

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cytomegalovirus

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

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antiangiogenesis

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___ is a form of cancer treatment that disrupts the blood suppy to the tumor.

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inflammatory

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___ breast cancer is the most aggressive and least common form of breast cancer.

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False

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True or False: Lymph carries nutrients and oxygen to the cells.

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False

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True or False: A myosarcoma is a benign tumor derived from muscle tissue.

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Reed-Sternberg

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______________ cells are present in Hodgkin's lymphoma.

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False

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True or False: Septic shock is caused by a viral infection.

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splenomegaly

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Dr. Wei diagnosed her patient as having an enlarged spleen due to damage caused by his injuries. The medical term for this condition is ___.

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needle

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At the beginning of the treatment of Juanita Phillips' breast cancer, a ___ breast biopsy was performed using an x-ray-guided needle.

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antibiotic resistant bacteria

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

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lumpectomy

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Dorothy Peterson was diagnosed with breast cancer. She and her doctor agreed upon treating this surgically with a ___. This is a procedure in which the cancerous tissue with a margin of normal tissue are removed.

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immunosuppressant

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Every day since his kidney transplant, Mr. Lanning must take an ___ to prevent rejection of the donor organ.

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rubella

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

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antihistamines

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Trana Inglis took ___ to relieve the symptoms of her allergies.

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West Nile

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The __ __ virus is spread to humand through the bite of an infected mosquito. The more severe variety spreads to the spinal cord and brain.

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sarcoma

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

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antiviral

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Jane Doe is infected with HIV. One of her medications is acyclovir, which is an ___ drug.

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B Cells

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