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The structure behind the pupil that refracts light to focus an image on the retina is the [x] |
lens |
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The nerve tissue that contains rods and cones is the [x] |
retina |
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The [x] regulates the amount of light that enters the eye. |
pupil |
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The circular colored portion of the eye is called the [x] |
iris |
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The [x] produces aqueous humor. |
ciliary process |
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The [x] adjust the shape of the lens for focusing. |
ciliary muscles |
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The [x] is the inner lining of the sclera and houses blood vessels to nourish the eye. |
choroid |
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The white of the eye, a tough protective covering is called the [x] |
sclera |
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The transparent anterior portion, which allows light into the eye is called the [x] |
cornea |
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The lens is held in place by [x] ligaments. |
suspensory |
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blephar/o
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eyelid |
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cycl/o
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ciliary body |
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dacryocyst/o
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lacrimal sac |
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ocul/o
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eye |
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ophthalm/o
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eye |
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vitre/o
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glass-like; gel-like |
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Inward turning of the eyelid is [x] |
entropion |
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Outward turning of the eyelid is [x] |
ectropion |
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Turning inward of the eyeball is [x] |
esotropia |
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Upward turning of the eyeball is [x] |
hypertropia |
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Downward turning of the eyeball is [x] |
hypotropia |
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Turning outward of the eyeball is [x] |
exotropia |
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Inflammation of the choroid and retina is [x] |
chorioretinitis |
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Paralysis of the ciliary body is called [x] |
cycloplegia |
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Inflammation of the cornea and conjunctiva is [x] |
keratoconjunctivitis |
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The sudden, involuntary contraction of the eyelid is called a [x] |
blepharospasm |
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An abnormal, cone-shaped protrusion of the cornea is [x]. |
keratoconus |
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Inflammation of the iris and ciliary body is [x] |
iridocyclitis |
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The medical term for farsightedness is [x] |
hyperopia |
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The medical term for nearsightedness is [x] |
myopia |
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An inflammation of the cornea is [x] |
keratitis |
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A fungal infection of the cornea is [x] |
keratomycosis |
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Drooping of the eyelid is called [x]. |
blepharoptosis |
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Abnormal contraction of the pupil is [x] |
miosis |
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Dilation of the pupil is called [x] |
mydriasis |
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Softening of the lens of the eye is [x] |
phacomalacia |
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[x] is damage to the retina and optic nerve due to increased intraocular pressure |
Glaucoma |
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An age-related condition in which the lens loses its transparent quality are called [x]. |
Cataracts |
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Adhesion of the eyeball to the eyelid is called [x] |
symblepharon |
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Define the abbreviation pertaining to the eye: accom [x] |
accommodation |
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Define the abbreviation pertaining to the eye: EOM [x] |
extraocular movement |
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Define the abbreviation pertaining to the eye: IOL [x] |
intraocular lens |
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Define the abbreviation pertaining to the eye: IOP [x] |
intraocular pressure |
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Define the abbreviation pertaining to the eye: OD [x] |
right eye |
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Define the abbreviation pertaining to the eye: OS [x] |
left eye |
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Define the abbreviation pertaining to the eye: OU [x] |
both eyes |
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Define the abbreviation pertaining to the eye: VF [x] |
visual field |
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Define the abbreviation pertaining to the eye: VA [x] |
visual acuity |
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Define the abbreviation pertaining to the eye: PERLA [x] |
pupils equal, react to light and accommodation |
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Define the abbreviation pertaining to the eye: PERRLA [x] |
pupils equal, round, regular, react to light and accommodation |
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Define the abbreviation pertaining to the eye: ARMD [x] |
age-related macular degeneration |
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The eardrum is also called the [x] membrane |
tympanic |
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The [x] tube helps to equalize air pressure in the ear. |
eustachian |
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The part of the ear that is external to the head is called the [x] |
auricle |
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The middle ear bone known as the anvil is called the [x] |
incus |
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The middle ear bone known as the hammer is called the [x] |
malleus |
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The middle ear bone known as the stirrup is called the [x] |
stapes |
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The vestibule consists of the [x] and [y], which are important for maintaining balance. |
x: utricle y:saccule |
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The structure of the ear that stimulates nerve cell fibers that create nerve impulses is the [x] |
organ of corti |
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The [x] is the canal that leads to the eardrum. |
external auditory meatus |
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The process of recording the electrical activity of the cochlea is [x] |
electrocochleography |
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Surgical reconstruction of the eardrum is [x] or [y] |
x: tympanoplasty y: myringoplasty |
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[x] is the process of cutting into the eardrum to remove fluid from the middle ear |
myringotomy |
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Removal of the stapes is a [x] |
stapedectomy |
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[x] is the measurement of a patient's hearing |
audiometry |
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The instrument used to visually examine the ear is called an [x] |
otoscope |
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[x] means pertaining to the ear. |
aural |
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[x] means pertaining to hearing. |
auditory |
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The medical term for dizziness is [x] |
vertigo |
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The medical term for ringing in the ears is [x] |
tinnitus |
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Diminished hearing due to advanced age is [x] |
presbycusis |
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The medical term for an earache is [x] |
otalgia |
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The medical term for inflammation of the middle ear is [x] |
otitis media |
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A fungal infection of the external auditory canal is called [x] |
otomycosis |
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Discharge from the ear is [x] |
otorrhea |
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Meniere's Disease |
Condition of the inner ear that includes hearing loss, feeling of pressure in the ear, vertigo and tinnitus. |
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Sensorineural deafness |
This results from damage to the auditory nerve or cochlea, causing failure of nerve stimuli to be sent to the brain from the inner ear. |
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Conductive deafness |
Caused by obstruction of the path traveled by sound waves from the external ear to the inner ear. |
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Otosclerosis |
The fusion of the stapes onto the oval window. In this condition the stapes is immobilized from the buildup of excessive bone. |
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Labyrinthitis |
Inflammation of the inner ear, often accompanied by vertigo. |
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The deterioration of the sense of balance in old age is caused by a loss of inner-ear cells responsible for balance. |
True |
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Sensorineural deafness is reversible |
False |
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Define the abbreviation pertaining to the ear: AC [x] |
air conduction |
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Define the abbreviation pertaining to the ear: AD [x] |
right ear |
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Define the abbreviation pertaining to the ear: AS [x] |
left ear |
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Define the abbreviation pertaining to the ear: AU [x] |
both ears |
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Define the abbreviation pertaining to the ear: BC [x] |
bone conduction |
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Define the abbreviation pertaining to the ear: EENT [x] *Make sure and put the commas in your answer |
eyes, ears, nose, throat |
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Define the abbreviation pertaining to the ear: ENT [x] |
ears, nose, throat |
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Define the abbreviation pertaining to the ear: HD [x] |
hearing distance |
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Define the abbreviation pertaining to the ear: NIHL [x] |
nerve-induced hearing loss |
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Define the abbreviation pertaining to the ear: TM [x] |
tympanic membrane |
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The study of the endocrine system including diagnosis and treatment of endocrine disorders is [x]. |
endocrinology |
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[m] glands secrete substances into ducts that deliver secretions directly to a site. |
exocrine |
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[m] glands secrete hormones into the bloodstream |
endocrine |
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The small, pea-sized gland is the [x] gland |
pituitary |
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The [x] works in tandem with the pituitary gland. |
hypothalamus |
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The [x] glands are located on the kidneys |
adrenal |
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The four small egg-shaped glands are the [x] glands |
parathyroid |
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The gland that is located below the larynx and has two lobes is the [x] gland |
thyroid |
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Another name for the anterior pituitary gland is the [x]. |
adenohypophysis |
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Another name for the posterior pituitary gland is the [x]. |
neurohypophysis |
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The [x] hormone, (also called the growth hormone), is a pituitary hormone that stimulates growth of body tissues. |
somatotropin |
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A balanced, yet sometimes varying state is [x]. |
homeostasis |
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[x] means to cut into the thyroid gland |
thyrotomy |
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The medical term for produced by the pancreas is [x]. |
pancreatogenic |
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Excision of the adrenal gland is an [x]. |
adrenalectomy |
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Excessive thirst is [x]. |
polydipsia |
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Excessive amounts of potassium in the blood is called [x]. |
hyperkalemia |
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Excessive amounts of calcium in the blood is called [x]. |
hypercalcemia |
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Deficient amounts of sodium in the blood is called [x]. |
hyponatremia |
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Enlargement of many skeletal structures including the extremities, nose, forehead and jaw is [x]. |
acromegaly |
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[x] is a condition characterized by a deficiency of all pituitary hormones (resulting in dwarfism and a deterioration of secondary sex characteristics). |
panhypopituitarism |
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Abnormal enlargement of the male breast is [x]. |
gynecomastia |
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Abnormal protrusion of the eyes is [x]. |
exophthalmos |
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An enlarged thyroid gland is called a [x]. |
goiter |
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A normal thyroid gland is [x]. |
euthyroid |
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A condition characterized by excessive secretion of parathormone resulting in loss of calcium from the bone is [x]. |
hyperparathyroidism |
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A benign tumor of a gland is an [x]. |
adenoma |
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The normal blood sugar level is: |
70 - 100 mg/dL |
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[x] is a pancreatic enzyme that converts glycogen to glucose |
glucagon |
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[x] converts glucose to glycogen. |
insulin |
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When the body doesn't have enough glucose, it breaks down fats and proteins for its energy. Over a long period of time, this results in a buildup of toxic wastes called [w]. The condition is called [z]. |
w: ketones z: ketoacidosis |
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Aldosterone plays a role in sodium and potassium regulation. |
True |
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As a body regulator, thyroxine, regulates metabolic rate. |
True |
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Parathormone decreases blood-calcium levels. |
False |
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The pancreas secretes insulin that converts glucose to glycogen. |
True |
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Vasopressin causes excessive loss of water. |
False |
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Calcitonin inhibits osteoclast activity. |
True |
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Parathormone inhibits osteoclast activity. |
False |
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Thyroxine does not regulate metabolic rate. |
False |
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The luteinizing hormone is responsible for male ovulation. |
False |
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The pituitary hormone prolactin plays a role in milk production. |
True |
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Define the abbreviation for the endocrine system: ADH [x] |
antidiuretic hormone |
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Write the (2) abbreviations for the endocrine system: Ca [x] and [y] |
X: calcium y: cancer |
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Define the abbreviation for the endocrine system: ACTH [x] |
adrenocorticotropic hormone |
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Define the abbreviation for the endocrine system: K+ [x] |
potassium |
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Define the abbreviation for the endocrine system: LH [x] |
luteinizing hormone |
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Define the abbreviation for the endocrine system: OT [x] |
oxytocin |
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Define the abbreviation for the endocrine system: GH [x] |
growth hormone |
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Define the abbreviation for the endocrine system: Na+ [x] |
sodium |
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Define the abbreviation for the endocrine system: FSH [x] |
follicle-stimulating hormone |
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Define the abbreviation for the endocrine system: PRL [x] |
prolactin |
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Define the abbreviation for the endocrine system: PTH [x] |
parathyroid hormone |
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Define the abbreviation for the endocrine system: T3 [x] |
triiodothyronine |
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Define the abbreviation for the endocrine system: TRH [x] |
thyrotropin-releasing hormone |
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Define the abbreviation for the endocrine system: TSH [x] |
thyroid-stimulating hormone |
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Define the abbreviation for the endocrine system: T4 [x] |
thyroxine |
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Define the abbreviation for the endocrine system: TFT [x] |
thyroid function tests |
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Define the abbreviation for the endocrine system: RIA [x] |
radioimmunoassay |
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Define the abbreviation for the endocrine system: P [x] |
phosphorus |
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Define the abbreviation for the endocrine system: MSH [x] |
melanocyte-stimulating hormone |