Blood

Question 1

In plasma, gamma globulin helps in the synthesis of antibodies that destroy or render harmless disease-carrying organisms.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

In the inflammation process, there is a decrease in the number of granular neutrophils.

Answer 2

False. In the inflammation process, there is an increase in the number of granular
neutrophils.

Question 3

The process of the bursting of red blood cells is known as hemolysis.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

A normal sedimentation rate in women is 0 to 20 mm/hour.

Answer 4

true

Question 5

The normal coagulation time for blood is 10 to 15 minutes.

Answer 5

False. The normal coagulation time for blood is 8 to 15 minutes.

Question 6

In leukemia, the overabundance of leukocyte cells replaces erythrocytes, which means the tissue gets an inadequate supply of oxygen.

Answer 6

True

Question 7

Pernicious anemia is caused by a lack of vitamin B6 and the intrinsic factor.

Answer 7

False. Pernicious anemia is caused by a lack of vitamin B12 and the intrinsic factor.

Question 8

Thrombocytopenia is a condition in which there is an increase in the number of platelets.

Answer 8

False. Thrombocytopenia is a condition in which there is a decrease in the number of
platelets.

Question 9

In sickle cell anemia, the rigid sickling of the red blood cells causes vaso-occlusion and results in painful crises.

Answer 9

True

Question 10

A clinical lab technologist physically and chemically analyzes as well as cultures all body fluids.

Answer 10

True

Question 11

The word root megaly means _____.

Answer 11

a. enlargement of

Question 12

Hormones secreted by the hypothalamus that influence the secretions of pituitary are _____.

Answer 12

neurohormones

Question 13

The type of hormone derived from a single amino acid is called a(n) _____.

Answer 13

Amine

Question 14

What word root means thirst?

Answer 14

Dipsia

Question 15

Also called ductless glands, which type of glands secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream?

Answer 15

Endocrine

Question 16

Facial swelling found in hypothyroidism is called _____.

Answer 16

myxedema

Question 17

An appetite stimulant produced by the stomach is _____.

a. mineralcorticoid

b. leptin

c. ghrelin

d. insulin

Answer 17

c. ghrelin

Question 18

Depending on the time hypothyroidism strikes its victims, _____ different sets of disorders may occur.

a. two

b. five

c. four

d. Three

Answer 18

a. two

Question 19

Hyperfunction of the parathyroid leads to _____.

a. tetany

b. spasms of the respiratory muscles

c. decreased calcium blood levels

d. kidney stones

Answer 19

d. kidney stones

Question 20

A special group of cells that secretes the hormone insulin directly into the bloodstream is called _____.

a. gonads

b. exocrine gland

c. adrenal cortex

d. islets of Langerhans

Answer 20

d. islets of Langerhans

Question 21

Which gland is a small, pinecone-shaped organ that is attached by a slim stalk to the roof of the third ventricle in the brain?

a. Pineal gland

b. Pituitary gland

c. Thyroid gland

d. Thymus gland

Answer 21

a. Pineal gland

Question 22

What hormone is responsible for the development of breast tissue and stimulates the production of milk after childbirth?

a. Oxytocin

b. Prolactin

c. Somatotropin

d. Adrenocorticotropic hormone

Answer 22

b. Prolactin

Question 23

Abnormal protrusion of the eyes is called _____.

a. myxedema

b. exophthalmos

c. polydipsia

d. Goiter

Answer 23

b. exophthalmos

Question 24

The hormone ADH maintains water balance by increasing the absorption of water in the _____.

a. lungs

b. kidney tubules

c. pituitary

d. pancreas

Answer 24

b. kidney tubules

Question 25

The word root thyr means _____. a. enlargement of b. shield c. urination d. toward the kidney

Answer 25

b. shield

Question 26

Hypofunctioning of the adrenal cortex leads to what condition? a. Myxedema b. Cushing's syndrome c. Addison's disease d. Grave's disease

Answer 26

c. Addison's disease

Question 27

The sex glands are the _____. a. androgens b. gonads c. adrenals d. Parathyroids

Answer 27

b. gonads

Question 28

Which hormone causes contractions of the smooth muscles of the uterus? a. Oxytocin b. Luteinizing hormone c. Prolactin d. Follicle stimulating hormone

Answer 28

a. Oxytocin

Question 29

The parathyroid glands secrete which hormone? a. Calcitonin b. Aldosterone c. Parathormone d. Thyroxine

Answer 29

c. Parathormone

Question 30

A condition in which the pancreas is unable to produce insulin or is unable to produce enough insulin for the cells to use glucose is called _____. a. diabetes mellitus b. diabetes insipidus c. meningitis d. hypoglycemia

Answer 30

a. diabetes mellitus

Question 31

olyphagia is excessive _____. a. hunger b. thirst c. urination d. growth

Answer 31

a. hunger

Question 32

A congenital and chronic condition due to the lack of thyroid hormone is called _____. a. diabetes mellitus b. cretinism c. exophthalmos d. hyperglycemia

Answer 32

b. cretinism

Question 33

What occurs as a result from a drop in the level of a hormone? a. Goiter b. Prostaglandin release c. Excitability d. Negative feedback

Answer 33

d. negative feedback