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The word part meaning against is _____.

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anti-

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The word part meaning to eat, swallow is ______.

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phag/o

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The word part meaning lymph vessel is ______.

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lymphangi/o

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The word part meaning flesh is _____.

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sarc/o

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The word part meaning protection, safe is _______.

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immun/o

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The word part meaning tumor is _____.

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onc/o

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A bacteria capable of movement is ______.

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spirochetes

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A chain-forming bacteria is ______.

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streptococci

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Cluster-forming bacteria is known as _____.

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staphylococci

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This type of pathogen lives only by invading cells ______.

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viruses

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This type of pathogen lives within other organisms ______.

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parasites

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The ______ has/have a hemolytic function.

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spleen

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Inflammation of the lymph nodes is known as ______.

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lymphadenitis

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The medical term for the condition commonly known as shingles is ______.

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herpes zoster

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Proteins that activate the immune system, fight viruses by slowing or stopping their multiplication, and signal other cells to increase their defenses are known as ______.

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interferons

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The _____ plays specialized roles in both the lymphatic and immune systems.

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thymus

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The protective ring of lymphoid tissue around the back of the nose and upper throat is formed by the ______.

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tonsils

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Secondary ______ can be caused by cancer treatments, burns, or injuries.

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lymphedema

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Fats that cannot be transported by the bloodstream are absorbed by the _____ that are located in the villi that line the small intestine.

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lacteals

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The parasite ______ is most commonly transmitted from pets to humans by contact with contaminated animal feces.

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toxoplasmosis

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A/An ______ is a type of leukocyte that surrounds and kills invading cells. This type of cell also removes dead cells and stimulates the action of other immune cells.

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macrophage

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This structure combines with antibodies to dissolve foreign cells - _____

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complement system cells

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Structure(s) that filter harmful substances from lymph - _______.

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lymph nodes

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A _____ drug is a medication that kills or damages cells.

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cytotoxic

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tf Lymphiscintigraphy is a diagnostic test that is performed to detect damage or malformations of the lymphatic vessels.

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true

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tf Varicella is commonly known as rubella.

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false Varicella is commonly known as chickenpox.

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tf Antibiotics are commonly used to combat bacterial infections.

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true

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_____ is the process through which a tumor supports its growth by creating its own blood supply.

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Angiogenesis

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An opportunistic infection that is frequently associated with HIV is ______.

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Kaposi's sarcoma

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A severe systemic reaction to an allergen causing serious symptoms that develop very quickly is known as _____.

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anaphylaxis

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In _____, radioactive materials are implanted into the tissues to be treated.

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brachytherapy

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When testing for HIV, a/an ______ test produces more accurate results than the ELISA test.

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western blot

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A/An _______ is a benign tumor formed by an abnormal collection of lymphatic vessels.

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lymphangioma

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After primary cancer treatments have been completed, _____ therapy is used to decrease the chances that the cancer will recur.

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adjuvant

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tf Metastasis is the new cancer site that results from the spreading process.

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true

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tf Inflammatory breast cancer is the most aggressive and least common form of breast cancer.

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t

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tf Lymph carries nutrients and oxygen to the cells.

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false Interstitial fluid carries nutrients and oxygen to the cells.

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tf A myosarcoma is a benign tumor derived from muscle tissue.

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false A myosarcoma is a malignant tumor derived from muscle tissue.

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tf Reed-Sternberg cells are present in Hodgkin's lymphoma.

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t

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tf Septic shock is caused by a viral infection.

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false Septic shock is caused by a bacterial infection.

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An enlarged spleen is known as ______.

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splenomegaly

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At the beginning of the treatment of Juanita Phillips' breast cancer, a/an _____ breast biopsy was performed using an x-ray-guided needle.

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needle

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Mr. Grossman described his serious illness as being caused by a "superbug infection". His doctor describes these bacteria as being _________. (2 words)

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antibiotic resistant

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Every day since his kidney transplant, Mr. Lanning must take a/an ________ to prevent rejection of the donor organ.

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immunosuppressant

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The ______ virus is spread to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. The more severe variety spreads to the spinal cord and brain.

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west nile

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The _____ are specialized lymphocytes that produce antibodies. Each lymphocyte makes a specific antibody that is capable of destroying a specific antigen.

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B cells

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Any of a large group of diseases characterized by a condition in which the immune system produces antibodies against its own tissues is known as a/an ______ disorder.

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autoimmune

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The _____ lymph nodes are located in the groin.

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inguinal

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A/An ______ is any one of a large group of carcinomas derived from glandular tissue.

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adenocarcinoma

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The study of the immune system is known as ______.

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immunology

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Surgical removal of the spleen is a/an ______.

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splenectomy

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Inflammation of the thymus is known as _____.

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thymitis

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Inflammation of the lymph vessels is known as _____.

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lymphangitis

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The term meaning to suture the spleen is _____.

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splenorrhaphy

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The surgical removal of the adenoids is a/an ______.

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adenoidectomy

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The surgical removal of a lymph node is a/an ______.

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lymphadenectomy

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A tumor originating in the thymus is known as _____.

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thymoma

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Inflammation of the tonsils is known as ______.

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tonsillitis

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Inflammation of the spleen is known as ______.

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splenitis

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A malignant tumor that arises from connective tissues, including hard, soft, and liquid tissues is known as a _____.

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sarcoma

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Malaria is caused by a ____ that is transferred to humans by the bite of an infected mosquito.

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parasite

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Bacilli, which are rod-shaped, spore-forming bacteria, cause ______.

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anthrax

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Swelling of the parotid glands is a symptom of _____.

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mumps

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The abbreviation DCIS stands for _____.

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ductal carcinoma in situ

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This structure stores extra erythrocytes - ______.

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spleen

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Lymphoid tissue hanging from the lower portion of the cecum is the ______.

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vermiform appendix

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tf Intact skin is a physical barrier that prevents invading organisms from entering the body.

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True

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The ______ act as intacellular signals to begin the immune response.

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cytokines

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The _____ develop from B cells and secrete large bodies of antibodies coded to destroy specific antigens.

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plasma cells

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Infectious mononucleosis is caused by a ______.

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virus

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tf A sarcoma is a malignant tumor that arises from connective tissue.

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t

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tf B cells are most effective against viruses and bacteria that are circulating in the blood.

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t

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tf The immune reaction involves binding foreign antigens to antibodies to form antigen-antibody complexes.

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t

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tf Rubella is also known as the German measles.

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t

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tf An allergen is an antigen capable of inducing an allergic response.

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t

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tf Interferon is produced by B cells.

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False Interferon is produced by T cells.

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tf Rubella, a viral infection, is serious in a woman during early pregnancy because it can cause defects to the developing fetus.

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t

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The abbreviation for measles, mumps, and rubella vaccination is _____ (3 letters)

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MMR

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Which condition occurs when one or more parts of the immune system are missing or not functioning properly?

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immunodeficiency

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The majority of breast cancers are

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infiltrating ductal carcinomas

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Which is the correct spelling of the term meaning an abnormal enlargement of the spleen?

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splenomegaly

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tf Yeast is a type of spirochete.

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false Yeast is a type of fungus.

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Which form of bacteria causes Rocky Mountain spotted fever?

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rickettsia

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Which of these infections is caused by a fungus?

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Tinea pedis

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