12/9 Flashcards

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Agglutination

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Clumping of molecules or cells caused by an antigen-antibodies reaction

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Antibodies

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Proteins secreted by white blood cells that attach to antigens

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3
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Antigens

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Any foreign substance or cell in the body that reacts with antibodies

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Lines of convergence

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A two-dimensional view of the intersection of lines formed by drawing a line through the main axis at least two drops of blood that indicates the general area of the source of the blood splatter

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Point of Origin

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Three-dimensional view formed using lines of convergence and angles of impact of at least two different drops of blood to identify the source and location of blood splatter

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6
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Red Blood Cells

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Donut-shaped cells that carry oxygen throughout the body

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Satellite Drop of Blood

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Secondary drop formed when some blood breaks free from the main contact drop of blood

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White Blood Cells

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Cells that police the body by destroying foreign materials

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9
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Plasma

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Liquid portion of the blood carrying dissolved materials

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10
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Platelets

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Cell fragments that aid in the clotting process

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11
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Hemoglobin

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Oxygen carrier that gives red blood cells their color

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12
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Toxicity

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Degree to which a substance is poisonous or can cause injury

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Acute Toxicity

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High does over a short period of time which produces immediate symptoms

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14
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Chronic Exposure

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Lower over dose long periods of time producing symptoms gradually

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15
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Toxicology

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Study of the adverse effects of chemicals or physical agents on living organisms

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16
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Narcotic

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An addictive drug that relieves pain, alters mood and behavior, and causes sleep/feelings of mental numbness

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Hallucinogens

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Controlled substance that affects user´s perceptions, thinking, self awareness and emotions

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Stimulants

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Increase feelings of energy and alertness while suppressing appetite

19
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Depressants

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Relieves anxiety, produces sleep, reduces heart rate

20
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Anabolic Steroids

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Promote cell and tissue growth and division