Anatomy/physiology
Which is not a function of the cerebrospinal fluid? -It increases pressure at the base of the brain. -It cushions the brain. -It fills the subarachnoid space. -It protects the central nervous system.
It increases pressure at the base of the brain.
All the cell functions are controlled by the
Nucleus
In what Cavity heart is located?
Pericardial cavity
The volume of fluid in the body is maintained within normal ranges by the * 1/1
Renal System
Lymphocytes are involved in the body's defence mechanism and are comprised of * B-cells. all of these. T-cells natural killer cells.
all of these.
The electrocardiogram is a test by which it is possible to * -all of these. -measure the time of each part of the conduction cycle. -detect some abnormalities in the heart. -calculate the heart rate/minute
all of these.
What occurs to air as it is inspired into the respiratory system? all of these. filtered. humidified. warmed
all of these.
A systematic defence against antigens initiated by lymphocytes is called *
an immune response.
The production of which hormone is reduced to retain water when the body is dehydrated?
antidiuretic hormone
Neurotransmitters
are signal molecules released at synapses
The central nervous system consists of the
brain and spinal cord
Which of the following structures facilitates easy passage of small molecules from blood to the glomerular capsule?
glomerulus.
The formation of glycogen from monosaccharides in the liver is called gluconeogenesis. glycogenolysis. glucogenesis. glycogenesis
glycogenesis
The protein that controls metabolic activities of the cells is
hormone
Which hormone lowers blood glucose level? cortisol insulin androgen thyroxin
insulin
What is NOT a major structure of the respiratory system? alveoli. trachea. pharynx. mediastinum
mediastinum
Which of these are NOT types of blood cells? leucocytes. erythrocytes. myocytes. thrombocytes
myocytes.
Which of these provide the cells with essential chemical substances for the maintenance of normal cellular functions? medicine hormone nutrients protein
nutrients
The liver is located in the
upper right quadrant.
Which structure carries urine from the kidneys to the bladder?
ureter.
Which of these is not a macronutrient? Water protein' vitamin carbohydrate
vitamin