Notes

Function of ureters- to conduct urine from the kidneys to the bladder.
Function of gallbladder- storage of bile.
hormone antidiuretic- regulates urine output. also secreted by the posterior pituitary gland/ fluid volume in the body increases
wound healing by primary intention- minimal scar tissue
role of platelets in hemostasis- formation of plugs
ligaments- tissue connects joints.
stimulation of the sympathetic nervous system- increased cardiac output
release of histamine-mast cells
follicle stimulating hormone on the ovary stimulates the process of gametogenesis.
protective meningeal layers of brain- pia mater, arachnoid, dura mater
fluid balance produced by kidneys-renin.
nephron closest to the collecting duct-distal convoluted tubule
blood ph is measured by the gain and loss of hydrogen ions.
aortic valve keeps blood from returning to the left ventricle of the heart.
The tricuspid valve prevents backflow of blood into the right atrium of the heart.
neutrophils are key in the process of phagocytosis which is process of clearing a wound of cellular debris.
If blood pressure falls too low, angiotensin II causes vasoconstriction, which in turn causes an increase in blood pressure.
attaches muscle to bone- tendon.
Cerumen is a wax-like substance secreted by glands in the external ear canal.
The small intestine has three functions: peristalsis, digestion, and absorption of nutrients into the bloodstream.
collagen formation occurs in the dermis.
A high concentration of potassium is associated with cardiac arrhythmias.
Hypersecretion of thyroid hormones may result in weight loss.
After passing through the glottis, inspired air then travels through the larynx.
macrophages are primarily responsible for the trapping and destruction of old cells and invasive micro-organisms.
Hematocrit is the measurement of the percentage of red blood cells in whole blood.
The superior and inferior vena cavae carry deoxygenated blood to the right atrium from structures above and below the heart.
The medulla oblongata is responsible for the control of involuntary respirations.
The event of ovulation takes place as the graafian follicle ruptures, subsequently releasing an ovum.
When straightening the elbow by lowering the hand, the triceps brachii muscle contracts.
The substance produced by the prostate gland enhances sperm movement.
The sinoatrial node is where the heartbeat originates in a normally functioning cardiovascular system. or "pacemaker"
The transverse colon comes after the ascending colon.
Sperm and ova production are the result of the process of meiosis.
An infant who is being breastfed is protected by natural passive immunity.
Sodium is the most abundant ion in extracellular fluid.
During systole of a healthy heart, the ventricles contract, moving blood from the ventricles to the aorta and the pulmonary artery.
The ileum is the structure of the gastrointestinal system that absorbs iron and bile salts.
One of the functions of the liver is lipid metabolism.
Upon leaving the left ventricle of the heart, blood enters the aorta.
Calcitonin is a hormone produced in the thyroid gland that is active in calcium metabolism.
The tympanic membrane vibrates when sound waves strike it.
A typical healthy adult bladder is capable of holding up to 600 mL of urine.
Aldosterone is secreted when a drop in extracellular sodium occurs.
The respiratory system eliminates carbon dioxide when there is an excess of hydrogen ions in the body.
The alveoli are the structures of the respiratory system where gas exchange occurs.
Calcium plays an essential role in blood coagulation.
The hypothalamus is responsible for the regulation of body temperature.
The symphysis pubis is part of the appendicular skeleton.
The epididymis is a site of sperm maturation in the male reproductive system.
Surfactant prevents the collapse of alveoli in the lungs by reducing surface tension in the alveoli.
Bile is responsible for the breakdown of fats in the normally functioning gastrointestinal system.
Antibody type IgE mediates the body’s response to an allergen.
Peripheral vasodilation causes heat loss through radiation.