Endocrine_ Word Scramble
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Question | Answer |
Blood glucose | Measurement of the level of sugar in the blood |
Electrolyte panel | Measurement of the specific ions; sodium, potassium and chloride along with carbon dioxide in the blood |
Glucose tolerance test | Measurement of body's ability to metabolize carbohydrates by administering a prescribed amount of glucose after fasting period, then measuring blood & urine for glucose levels every hour to 4-6 hrs |
Glycohemoglobin (HbA1c) | A molecule of hemoglobin, the level of which rises in the blood as a result of an increased level of sugar |
Postprandial blood glucose | Measurement of blood sugar levels after a meal |
Thyroid function study | Measurement of thyroid hormone levels in blood plasma including T3, T4 & TSH |
Thyroid uptake images | Radionuclide scan of the thyroid to visualize the radioactive accumulation of previously injected isotopes to detect thyroid nodules or tumors |
Urine glucose & ketone studies | Chemical tests to determine the presence of sugar or ketone bodies in urine |
Adrenalectomy | Excision of the adrenal glands |
Antithyroid | An agent that blocks the production of thyroid hormones |
Antidiabetic | Agents used to control blood sugar |
Continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion (CSH) | Use of an insulin delivery device that is worn on the body and subcutaneously infuses doses of insulin programmed according to the individual needs |
Hormone replacement therapy | Treatment with a hormone to correct deficiency |
Hypoglycemic | A drug that lowers the blood glucose level |
Hypophysectomy | Excision of the pituitary gland |
Pancreatectomy | Excision of the pancreas |
Parathyroidectomy | Excision of the parathyroid glands |
Thymectomy | Excision of the thymus gland |
Thyroidectomy | Excision of the thyroid gland |
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