Kaplan Science Flashcards
1
Q
What vitamin does the ileum primarily absorb
A
B12 & Bile Salts
2
Q
Where are carbohydrates primarily absorbed
A
Jejunum
3
Q
Define hypertension
A
Chronic high blood pressure
4
Q
What does the thyroid regulate
A
Metabolism
5
Q
Function of the thymus
A
Maturation site of T cells
6
Q
Function of adrenal glands and which hormones they release
A
Regulate blood pressure, immune system, stress, metabolism
Estrogen, Aldostrone, epinephrine, Cortisol.
7
Q
Duodenum: Absorbs
A
Vitamin A, D, E, and K.
