Bank1 Flashcards
(26 cards)
What does ‘GIT’ stand for in medical terminology?
Gastrointestinal Tract
True or False: The liver is the largest internal organ in the human body.
True
Fill in the blank: The primary function of the liver is to __________.
metabolize nutrients and detoxify harmful substances
What is the primary role of the gallbladder?
To store and concentrate bile produced by the liver
Which condition is characterized by inflammation of the liver?
Hepatitis
Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a function of the liver? A) Protein synthesis B) Blood filtration C) Hormone production D) Oxygen transport
D) Oxygen transport
What is the medical term for liver scarring?
Cirrhosis
True or False: The liver can regenerate itself after damage.
True
What blood vessel carries nutrient-rich blood from the intestine to the liver?
The hepatic portal vein
Fill in the blank: The liver produces __________, which is essential for digestion.
bile
What is the term for the yellowing of the skin and eyes due to liver dysfunction?
Jaundice
Multiple choice: Which of the following is a common cause of liver disease? A) Alcohol abuse B) Regular exercise C) High fiber diet D) Adequate hydration
A) Alcohol abuse
What is the significance of the AST and ALT enzymes in liver function tests?
They indicate liver cell damage when elevated.
True or False: Hepatitis A is transmitted primarily through contaminated food and water.
True
What type of hepatitis is primarily transmitted through blood?
Hepatitis B and C
Fill in the blank: The __________ is a small organ that aids in digestion by storing bile.
gallbladder
What is the term for the accumulation of fat in the liver?
Fatty liver disease
Multiple choice: Which of the following is a risk factor for developing liver cancer? A) Obesity B) Regular exercise C) Low alcohol consumption D) High fiber intake
A) Obesity
What is the primary diagnostic imaging technique used to evaluate liver diseases?
Ultrasound
True or False: The liver has a dual blood supply from the hepatic artery and the portal vein.
True
What is the role of the liver in regulating blood glucose levels?
It stores glucose as glycogen and releases it into the bloodstream as needed.
Fill in the blank: __________ is a liver disease characterized by the buildup of iron in the body.
Hemochromatosis
What is the significance of liver biopsy?
It allows for the examination of liver tissue to diagnose diseases.
Multiple choice: What lifestyle change can help prevent liver disease? A) Increasing alcohol consumption B) Maintaining a healthy weight C) Reducing physical activity D) Eating high-fat diets
B) Maintaining a healthy weight
