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discussion Unit 3
Deciphering the code
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Endocrinology | The study of hormones and endocrine glands. |
| Insulin | A hormone that lowers blood glucose levels. |
| Glucagon | A hormone that raises blood glucose levels. |
| Cortisol | A stress hormone that helps regulate metabolism and immune response. |
| Melatonin | A hormone that regulates sleep–wake cycles. |
| Lymph | Clear fluid that circulates through the lymphatic system carrying immune cells. |
| Lymphocytes | White blood cells that help fight infection (B-cells and T-cells). |
| Immunity | The body’s ability to resist disease and infection. |
| Edema | Swelling caused by excess fluid buildup in tissues. |
| Lymphadenopathy | Enlargement of lymph nodes, often due to infection. |
| Circulation | The movement of blood throughout the body. |
| Pulse | The rhythmic expansion of arteries as the heart beats. |
| Blood pressure | The force of blood pushing against vessel walls. |
| Hemoglobin | A protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen. |
| Cardiac output | The amount of blood the heart pumps per minute. |