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Unit 3
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Adrenalitis | Inflammation of the adrenal gland |
| Hyperpituitarism | Excessive production of one or more hormones by the pituitary gland |
| Calcemia | Levels of calcium in the blood |
| Glycosuria | Sugar in the urine |
| Ketosis | Elevated levels of ketone bodies in the blood |
| Hematology | Study of the blood |
| Leukocyte | White blood cells |
| Phlebotomy | Drawing blood |
| Immunoglobin | Antibodies that help the boyd fight infections |
| Cytopenia | Low levels of red blood cells, white blood cells or platelets |
| Valvulotomy | Suurgical incision of a valve |
| Cardiac Arrest | Abrupt loss of heart function |
| Angioplasty | Procedure to open blocked coronary arteries |
| Atrial Fibrillation | Irregular and rapid heart rhythm |
| Ventriculotomy | Surgical incision of a ventricle |