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Med Term unit 3

TermDefinition
Endocrinology The medical specialty that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the endocrine system.
Glands An organ in the human or animal body which secretes particular chemical substances for use in the body or for discharge into the surroundings.
Hypothalamus An area of the brain that produces hormones that control: Body temperature, Heart rate, Hunger, Mood.
Pancreatitis Inflammation of the pancreas.
Glucosuria The presence of glucose or reducing sugars in the urine.
-emia "Blood Condition"
Anticoagulant A substance that prevents or treats blood clots in the heart and blood vessels.
Leukemia A cancer that occurs when the bone marrow produces abnormal white blood cells at a rapid rate.
Lymphoma Cancer of the lymphatic system.
Splenectomy Surgical removal of the spleen.
Normocyte A red blood cell that is normal in size and in hemoglobin content.
Cardiology The study of the heart.
Arteries A blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to tissues and organs in the body.
Veins A blood vessel that carries blood to the heart from tissues and organs in the body.
Capillaries Smallest blood vessels connecting arterioles with venules and forming networks throughout the body.
Phlebotomy A surgical opening or puncture of a vein in order to withdraw blood or introduce a fluid.
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