CB2B Growth In Animals Flashcards
1
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What is growth
A
An increase in size as a result of an increase in number or size of cells
2
Q
What are percentile charts
A
A chart used to monitor growth
Measurements can be compared to the expected values at a certain age
3
Q
What does the 95th percentile mean
A
95% of measurements will be below the value of the 95th percentile
4
Q
What can doctors determine from percentile charts (3)
A
Slower growth than normal (below the bottom line)
Faster growth than normal (above the top line)
Abnormal growth (irregular growth patterns)
5
Q
What is meant by differentiation
A
The process by which stem cells become specialised (have a specific function)
6
Q
Why is cell differentiation important
A
It enables the formation of specialised tissue with specific functions e.g muscle tissue
