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Human Anatomy
Week 6-12
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is sepsis? | A life-threatening organ dysfunction caused by a dysregulated immune response to infection |
| What hormone regulates blood glucose by promoting cellular uptake of glucose? | Insulin |
| What is the function of the nephron? | To filter blood and form urine within the kidneys |
| Which organ produces bile? | The liver |
| What is peristalsis? | Wave-like muscle contractions that move food through the digestive tract |
| What cells are responsible for producing antibodies? | B lymphocytes (plasma cells) |
| What is innate immunity? | The body's non-specific, first-line defense against pathogens |
| What is the role of hemoglobin? | To bind and transport oxygen in red blood cells |
| What is tidal volume? | he amount of air inhaled or exhaled during a normal breath |
| What structure is responsible for gas exchange in the lungs? | The alveoli |