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Terminology Continued Flashcards

1
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The prefix _______ means away from.

A

ab-

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2
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The suffix ______ means an instrument to visually examine.

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-scope

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3
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The prefix _____ means elevated, while the prefix _____ means depressed.

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Hyper-, hypo-

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4
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The suffix ______ means pertaining to.

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-al, -ary, -ar, -ic

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5
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The suffix ______ means incision.

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-tomy

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6
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The suffix ______ means abnormal condition.

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-osis

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7
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The suffix ______ means separation or breaking into parts.

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-lysis

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8
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The prefix ______ means below.

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sub-

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9
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The prefix ______ means many.

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Poly-

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10
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The prefix ______ means without or no

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a-, an-

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11
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The suffix -algia means

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pain

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12
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The prefix pre- means

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Before

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13
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Which suffix may be part of the term meaning a procedure to visually examine?

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-scopy

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14
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Which type of word part is always placed at the end of a term?

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Suffix

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15
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Which type of word part is always placed at the beginning of a term?

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Prefix

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16
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Which word part gives the essential meaning of a term?

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Root

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17
Q

Which suffix means to rupture?

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-rrhexis

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18
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Which prefix means around?

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peri-

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19
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Lateral means

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toward the side

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20
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The sagittal plane divides the body into

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Left and right portions

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21
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The paw is _______ to the shoulder.

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Distal

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22
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The transverse plane divides the body into

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cranial and caudal portions

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23
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The lining of the abdominal cavity and some of its organs is called the

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peritoneum

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24
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The study of structure, composition, and function of tissues is called

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Histology

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25
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The medical term for lying down is

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recumbent

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26
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The _____ plane divides the body into dorsal and ventral portions.

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Dorsal

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27
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The medical term for increase in size of an organ, tissue, or cell is

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Hypertrophy

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28
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The medical term for the caudal surface of the rear pay, hoof, or foot is

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Plantar

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29
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The term for toward the midline is

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Medial

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30
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The term for nearest the midline or the beginning of a structure is

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Proximal

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31
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The term for away from the midline is

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Lateral

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32
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The term that means toward the head is

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Cranial

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33
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The term for farthest from the midline or beginning of a structure is

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Distal

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34
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The term that refers to the back is

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Dorsal

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35
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The term that means toward the tail

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Caudal

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36
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Which type of tissue covers internal and external body surfaces?

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Epithelial

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37
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The term for a hole or hollow space in the body that contains and protects internal organs is

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Cavity

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38
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A common name for the tarsus is the

A

Hock

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39
Q

The ______ joints are the freely moveable joints of the body

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Synovial

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40
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The correct order of the vertebral segments is

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Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar, Sacral, Coccygeal

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41
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A _______ is a fibrous band of connective tissue that connects bone to bone.

A

Ligament

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42
Q

The acetabulum is the

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Large socket in the pelvic bone

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43
Q

The 3 parts of the pelvis are

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Ilium, ischium, and pubis

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44
Q

The digits contain bones that are called

A

phalanges

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45
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Components of the axial skeleton include

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Skull, auditory ossicles, hyoid, vertebrae, ribs, and sternum.

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46
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Another term for growth plate is

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Physis

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47
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Bones of the front limb include

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Humerus, radius, ulna, carpal, metacarpal, and phalanges

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48
Q

Rectus means

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straight

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49
Q

A term for when a muscle becomes shorter and thicker is

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Contraction

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50
Q

A fibrous band of connective tissue that connects muscle to bone is

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Tendon

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51
Q

Looseness is called

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Laxity

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52
Q

A muscle that forms a tight band is called a

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Sphincter

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53
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Protrusion of a body part through tissues that normally contain it is called a

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Hernia

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54
Q

Abnormal condition or disease of muscle is called

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Myopathy

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55
Q

The shaft of a long bone

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Diaphysis

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56
Q

The manubrium is the

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Cranial portion of the sternum

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57
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Which term describes the freely movable joints of the body?

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Diarthroses

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58
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The opening in a bone through which blood vessels, nerves, and ligaments pass is a

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Foramen

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59
Q

The acetabulum is commonly called the

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Hip socket

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60
Q

Muscles located above the pelvic axis are called

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Epaxial muscles

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61
Q

Muscles under voluntary control are known as

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Skeletal

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62
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A muscle that bends a limb at its joint or decreases the joint angle is called a

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Flexor

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63
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Another term for the distal interphalangeal joint in ungulates is

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Coffin Joint

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64
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The proximal interphalangeal joint is called the

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Pastern joint

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65
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The V shaped pad of soft horn between the bars on the sole of the equine hoof is known as the

A

Frog

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66
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The protrusions of the ischium bones just lateral to the base of the tail in ruminants are known as

A

Pins

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67
Q

The anatomical term for top of the head is the

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Poll

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68
Q

The protrusions of the wing of the ilium on the dorsolateral area of ruminants are known as

A

Hooks

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69
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The common name for tarsal joint in animals is the

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Hock

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70
Q

The hollow area of the flank is called the

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Paralumbar Fossa

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71
Q

The side of the body between the ribs and ilium is called the

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Flank

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72
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The mass of connective tissue, muscle, and fat covering the cranioventral part of the ruminant chest is the

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Brisket

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73
Q

The upper lip and apex of the nose of swine is called the

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Snout

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74
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The rudimentary first digit of dogs and cats is the

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Dewclaw

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75
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The two nostrils and the muscles of the upper and lower lip are called the

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Muzzle

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76
Q

The “knee” in people is known as what in animals?

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Stifle joint

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77
Q

The auricle is also known as the

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Pinna

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78
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In swine, the external throat, especially when fat or loose skin is present, is called the

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Jowl

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79
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In equine, the region over the dorsum where the neck joins the thorax and where the dorsal margins of the scapula lie is called the

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Withers

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80
Q

The lumbar region of the back is called the

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Loin

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81
Q

The lateral or medial side of the hoof is the

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Quarter

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82
Q

Mixing of ingesta in the intestine is called

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Segmentation

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83
Q

Straining, painful defecation is called

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Tenesmus

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84
Q

Abnormal accumulation of fluid in the abdomen is called

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Ascites

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85
Q

A tumor of the liver is a

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Hepatoma

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86
Q

Telescoping of one part of the intestine into an adjacent part is called

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Intussusception

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87
Q

Marked wasting or excessive leanness is

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Emaciation

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88
Q

The small intestine is attached to the dorsal abdominal wall by the

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Mesentery

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89
Q

Forced feeding or irrigation through a tube passed into the stomach is called

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Gavage

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90
Q

Eating and licking of abnormal substances is called

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Pica

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91
Q

Inflammation of the mouth is called

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Stomatitis

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92
Q

The combining form for the first part of the large intestine is

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Cec/o

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93
Q

The muscular, wavelike movement used to transport food through the digestive system is

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Peristalsis

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94
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The part of the tooth that contains a rich supply of nerves and blood vessels is the

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Pulp

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95
Q

The narrow passage between the stomach and the duodenum is the

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Pylorus

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96
Q

Buccal means

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Pertaining to the cheek

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97
Q

Incontinence means

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Inability to control

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98
Q

Stomat/o means

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Mouth

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99
Q

The term for erosion of tissue is

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Ulcer

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100
Q

A drug used to prevent vomiting is known as an

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Antiemetic

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101
Q

The formation of a new opening from the large intestine to the surface of the body is known as a

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Colostomy

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102
Q

The combining forms for kidney are

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Ren/o and Nephr/o

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103
Q

Retrograde means

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Going backward

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104
Q

Inflammation of the kidney is

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Nephritis

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105
Q

Examination of the components of urine is a

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urinalysis

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106
Q

Insertion of a hollow tube through the urethra into the urinary bladder is called

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Urinary catheterization

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107
Q

Inflammation of the urinary bladder is

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Cystitis

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108
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The hormone produced by the kidney that stimulates red blood cell production in the bone marrow is

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Erythropoietin

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109
Q

UTI is the abbreviation for

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Urinary Tract Infection

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110
Q

Stable internal environment is

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Homeostasis

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111
Q

Oliguria means

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Scanty or little urine

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112
Q

The term for frequent urination is

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Pollakiuria

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113
Q

Diuretics are chemical substances that

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Cause an increase in urine production

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114
Q

The triangular part of the urinary bladder is the

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Trigone

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115
Q

A surgical incision into the urinary bladder is known as

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Cystotomy

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116
Q

The term for production of urine is

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Uropoiesis

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117
Q

The presence of urea or other nitrogenous elements in the blood is called

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Azotemia

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118
Q

Inability to control excretory functions is

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Incontinence

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119
Q

The medical term for excessive urination is

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Polyuria

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120
Q

Obstruction of blood flow to the kidney(s) is

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Renal infarction

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121
Q

The term that means no urine production is

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Anuria

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122
Q

The right atrioventricular valve is also known as the

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Tricuspid valve

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123
Q

Disease of the heart muscle is

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Cardiomyopathy

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124
Q

Heart enlargement is

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Cardiomegaly

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125
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The double-walled membranous sac enclosing the heart is the

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Pericardium

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126
Q

Blood flow through tissue is

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Perfusion

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127
Q

A partition or wall separating something is called a

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Septum

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128
Q

A localized area of necrosis caused by an interrupted blood supply is

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Infarct

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129
Q

The blood vessels that carry blood from the heart to the lungs are the

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Pulmonary arteries

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130
Q

Introduction of whole blood or blood components into the bloodstream of the recipient is a

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Transfusion

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131
Q

A bypass or diversion is called a

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Shunt

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132
Q

Cor means

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Heart

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133
Q

The contraction phase of the heartbeat is

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Systole

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134
Q

A disease produced by treatment is known as

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Iatrogenic

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135
Q

The term for external layer of the heart is the

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Epicardium

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136
Q

The myocardium receives its blood supply from the

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Coronary arteries

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Which heart valve is also known as the bicuspid valve?

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Mitral valve

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138
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Hemostasis means

A

Control of bleeding

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139
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Which heart chamber pumps blood to the lungs?

A

Right ventricle

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140
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A deficiency in blood supply is called

A

Ischemia

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141
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The opening in a vessel through which fluid flows is known as a

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Lumen

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142
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The wall that divides the nasal cavity is called the

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Nasal septum

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143
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Parts of the respiratory tract contain thin hairs called

A

Cilia

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144
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An abnormal condition of blue discoloration is called

A

Cyanosis

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145
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Inhaling a foreign substance into the upper respiratory tract is called

A

Aspiration

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146
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Hypoxia is

A

Below normal levels of oxygen

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147
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Snoring, squeaking, or whistling that suggest airway narrowing is known as

A

Stridor

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148
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Difficult breathing is known as

A

Dyspnea

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149
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Liquid that reduces alveolar surface tension is called

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Surfactant

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150
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A condition following as a consequence of disease is a

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Sequela

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151
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Pus in the chest cavity is called

A

Pyothorax

152
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A substance that works against, controls, or stops a cough is an

A

Antitussive

153
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Tapping various body surfaces with the finger or an instrument to determine sound density is known as

A

Percussion

154
Q

Abnormal accumulation of blood in the pleural cavity is

A

Hemothorax

155
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A growth or mass protruding from a mucous membrane is a

A

Polyp

156
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The potential space between the parietal and the visceral pleura is the

A

Pleural space

157
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Flexible air sacs where gas exchange occurs are

A

Alveoli

158
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Tubes that bifurcate from the trachea are known as

A

Bronchi

159
Q

A nosebleed is known as

A

Epistaxis

160
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What acts as a lid over the entrance to the esophagus?

A

The epiglottis

161
Q

What term means an abnormally rapid respiration

A

Tachypnea

162
Q

Pruritus is commonly called

A

Itching

163
Q

Skin redness is called

A

Erythema

164
Q

Hypersensitivity reaction in animals involving pruritus with secondary dermatitis is called

A

Atopy

165
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Hair loss resulting in hairless patches or complete lack of hair is called

A

Alopecia

166
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A skin disease containing pus is

A

Pyoderma

167
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Occupation and dwelling of parasites on the external skin surfaces is called

A

Infestation

168
Q

Producing or containing pus is called

A

Purulent

169
Q

Inflammation of connective tissue is

A

Cellulitis

170
Q

The protein that provides skin with its waterproofing properties is known as

A

Keratin

171
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Removal of tissue and foreign material to aid healing is

A

Debridement

172
Q

A localized collection of pus is an

A

Abscess

173
Q

Large tactile hair is

A

Vibrissa

174
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A benign growth of fat cells is known as a

A

Lipoma

175
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What term means pertaining to dead tissue?

A

Necrotic

176
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A skin condition characterized by overproduction of sebum (oil) is known as

A

Seborrhea

177
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What term means skin paleness?

A

Pallor

178
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What term means erosion of skin or mucous membrane?

A

Ulcer

179
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A tumor or growth of pigmented skin is a

A

Melanoma

180
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The gland known as the master gland that helps maintain the appropriate levels of hormone in the body is the

A

Pituitary gland

181
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Hypoadrenocorticism, a disorder caused by deficient adrenal cortex production of glucocorticoid, is also known as

A

Addison’s Disease

182
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The chemical substance secreted by the posterior pituitary gland that stimulates uterine contractions during parturition is

A

Oxytocin

183
Q

A tumor of the islets of Langerhans of the pancreas is called

A

Insulinoma

184
Q

The regulator of the endocrine system is the

A

Hypothalamus

185
Q

Enlargement of the thyroid gland is

A

Thyromegaly

186
Q

The chemical substance that helps maintain circadian rhythm is

A

Melatonin

187
Q

Excessive mammary development in males is called

A

Gynecomastia

188
Q

Surgical removal of a well-defined portion of an organ is a

A

Lobectomy

189
Q

An aggregation of cells specialized to secrete or excrete materials not related to their function is a

A

Gland

190
Q

What does the thyroid gland secrete?

A

Triidothyronin, thyroxine, calcitonin

191
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What is another name for the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland?

A

Adenohypophysis

192
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Which hormone transports blood glucose to the cells?

A

Insulin

193
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Which hormone maintains water balance in the body by increasing water reabsorption in the kidney?

A

Antidiuretic hormone

194
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What is the name of the laboratory technique used to determine the amount of a particular substance in a sample?

A

Assay

195
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An abnormally low blood glucose level is known as

A

Hypoglycemia

196
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The condition of normal thyroid function is known as

A

Euthyroidism

197
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Glucocorticoids are secreted by the

A

Adrenal cortex

198
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The pituitary gland acts in response to stimuli from the

A

Hypothalamus

199
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The word part that means to secrete or separate is

A

-crine

200
Q

The inner layer of the uterus is called the

A

Endometrium

201
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A false pregnancy is also called

A

Pseudocyesis

202
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Copulation is also called

A

Coitus

203
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The area between the vaginal orifice or scrotum and the anus is called the

A

Perineum

204
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A condition of an individual having both ovarian and testicular tissue is called

A

Hermaphroditism

205
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Pyometra is

A

Pus in the uterus

206
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The act of giving birth is

A

Parturition

207
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A difficult birth is

A

Dystocia

208
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The innermost membrane enveloping the embryo in the uterus is the

A

Amnion

209
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Attachment and embedding of the zygote in the uterus is

A

implantation

210
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The ovum is the

A

female gamete

211
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Reproductive organs, whether male or female, are called the

A

Genitals

212
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The heat cycle in females is known as the

A

Estrous cycle

213
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An enlarged part of a tube or canal is called an

A

Ampulla

214
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In large animals, the mammary gland is called the

A

Udder

215
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The term for surgical incision of the perineum and vagina to facilitate delivery of the fetus and to prevent damage to maternal structures is

A

Episiotomy

216
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The female organ of mammals that develops during pregnancy and joins the mother and offspring for exchange of nutrients, oxygen, and waste products is known as the

A

Placenta

217
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An animal that has not been neutered is referred to as

A

Intact

218
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Substances that produce change or create genetic abnormalities are known as

A

Teratogens

219
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Another term for spay is

A

Ovariohysterectomy

220
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The space between two neurons or between a neuron and a receptor is a

A

Synapse

221
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Maintaining a constant internal environment is

A

Homeostasis

222
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Inflammation of the root of a spinal nerve is

A

Radiculitis

223
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The 3 layered membrane lining the CNS is called the

A

Meninges

224
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The protective sheath that covers some nerve cells of the spinal cord, white matter of the brain, and most peripheral nerves is called

A

Myelin

225
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The division of the autonomic nervous system that is concerned with body functions under emergency or stress is the

A

Sympathetic

226
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A network of intersecting nerves is a

A

Plexus

227
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What type of neuron carries impulses away from the CNS and toward the muscles?

A

Efferent (motor)

228
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An automatic, involuntary response to change is called a

A

Reflex

229
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A knot-like mass of neuron cell bodies in the peripheral nervous system is known as a

A

Ganglion

230
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A “depressed” animal is referred to as

A

Obtunded

231
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The largest portion of the brain that is involved with thought and memory is the

A

Cerebrum

232
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Elevated portions of the cerebral cortex are

A

Gyri

233
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Inflammation of the membranes surrounding the spinal cord and brain is known as

A

Meningitis

234
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The term meaning without pain is

A

Analgesia

235
Q

Conscious proprioceptive deficit is commonly called

A

Knuckling

236
Q

Inflammation of the gray matter of the spinal cord is known as

A

Poliomyelitis

237
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The term for without coordination or “stumbling” is

A

Ataxia

238
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The medical term for crossing is

A

Chiasm

239
Q

Small cavities in the brain are known as

A

Ventricles

240
Q

The state of balance is

A

Equilibrium

241
Q

Another term for earwax is

A

Cerumen

242
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The outer or external ear is separated from the middle ear by the

A

Tympanic membrane

243
Q

The fibrous tissue that maintains the shape of the eye is the

A

Sclera (white of the eye)

244
Q

The instrument used to visually examine the ear is known as an

A

Otoscope

245
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What is the name of the spiral shaped passage that leads from the oval window to the inner ear?

A

Cochlea

246
Q

The term for corner of the eye is

A

Canthus

247
Q

The region of the eye where nerve endings of the retina gather to form the optic nerve is called the

A

Optic disk

248
Q

The colored muscular layer of the eye that surround the pupil is known as the

A

Iris

249
Q

What eye structure is transparent and focuses light on the retina?

A

Lens

250
Q

The meaning of palpebr/o is

A

Eyelid

251
Q

Involuntary, constant, rhythmic movement of the eyeball is called

A

Nystagmus

252
Q

A group of eye disorders resulting from increased intraocular pressure is

A

Glaucoma

253
Q

Glaucoma usually is diagnosed by

A

Tonometry

254
Q

The term for removal of a part is

A

Ablation

255
Q

Opacity of the lens is called

A

Cataract

256
Q

The term for pupillary dilation is

A

Mydriasis

257
Q

The condition of normal tear production is

A

Lacrimation

258
Q

The process of the lens bending the light ray to help focus the rays on the retina is called

A

Refraction

259
Q

The fibrous layer of clear tissue that extends over the anterior portion of the eye and is continuous with this white of the eye is the

A

Cornea

260
Q

Red blood cells are called

A

Erythrocytes

261
Q

T cells are responsible for

A

Cell-mediated immunity

262
Q

White blood cells are called

A

Leukocytes

263
Q

B cells are responsible for

A

Humoral Immunity

264
Q

An elevation in white blood cells is called

A

Leukocytosis

265
Q

An immature, non-nucleated erythrocyte that is characterized by polychromasia is called a

A

Reticulocyte

266
Q

An immature polymorphonuclear leukocyte is called a

A

Band cell

267
Q

Lacteals are located in the

A

Small intestine (Lacteal = specialized lymph cells that transport fat and fat-soluble vitamins)

268
Q

Lymph is also known as

A

Interstitial fluid

269
Q

When a growth does not have well-defined borders, it is described as being

A

Invasive

270
Q

Malignant neoplasms arising from connective tissue are know as

A

Sarcomas

271
Q

What is the term for a malignant tumor of vascular tissue?

A

Hemangiosarcoma

272
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A malignant tumor that developed from epithelial tissue is known as a

A

Squamous cell carcinoma

273
Q

The spleen is

a) hemolytic
b) A storage area for RBC’s
c) an organ where lymphocytes are differentiated
d) all of the above

A

d) all of the above

274
Q

A deficiency in white blood cells is known as

A

Leukopenia

275
Q

Larger than normal RBC’s are described as being

A

Macrocytic

276
Q

Breaking down blood cells is known as

A

Hemolysis

277
Q

A substance that prevents clotting is known as an

A

Anticoagulant

278
Q

What term is used to describe the condition in which microorganisms and their toxins are present in the blood?

A

Septicemia

279
Q

The name for a disease-fighting protein produced by the body in response to a particular foreign substance is

A

Anitbody

280
Q

The term for relief of a condition but not a cure is

A

Palliative

281
Q

Examination by tapping the surface to determine density of a body area is called

A

Percussion

282
Q

Pertaining to fever is

A

Febrile

283
Q

The percentage of RBC’s in blood is called a

A

Hematocrit (aka crit or PCV - packed cell volume)

284
Q

A machine that spins samples very rapidly to separate elements based on weight is a

A

Centrifuge

285
Q

A disease that can be transmitted between animals and humans is said to be

A

Zoonotic

286
Q

The quality of appearing white or light gray on a radiograph is called

A

Radiopaque

287
Q

What is the term for the ultrasound property of producing adequate levels of reflection (echoes) when sound waves are returned to the transducer and displayed?

A

Echoic

288
Q

The determination of cause of disease is

A

Diagnosis

289
Q

A set of signs that occur together is called a

A

Syndrome

290
Q

The medical term for sphere is

A

Coccus

291
Q

Examination by feeling is

A

Palpation

292
Q

Surgical puncture to remove fluid or gas for diagnostic purposes or for treatment is known as

A

Centesis

293
Q

The acronym used to describe a unit by which absorption of ionizing radiation is measured is

A

rad

294
Q

Clumping of cells is known as

A

Agglutination

295
Q

The medical term for prevention is

A

Prophylaxis

296
Q

A decrease in body temperature is known as

A

Hypothermia

297
Q

The term for having a short course is

A

Acute

298
Q

The description of an animal with information about the animal including species, breed, age, and sexual status is called the animal’s

A

Signalment

299
Q

The study of disease causes is

A

Etiology

300
Q

A monovalent vaccine, antiserum, or antitoxin is one that is developed for

A

One organism

301
Q

A device by which a channel may be established for the exit of fluids from a wound is a

A

Drain

302
Q

A saw-like edge or border is a

A

Serration

303
Q

Hydrophilic substances are

A

Water-loving substances

304
Q

Movement of water across a selectively permeable membrane along its concentration gradient is

A

Osmosis

305
Q

Another name for an eyeless needle is

A

Swaged

306
Q

Substances that control itching are called

A

Antipruritic

307
Q

The term for an excessive level of sodium in the blood is

A

Hypernatremia

308
Q

To surgically cut out is to

A

Excise

309
Q

The abbreviation for nothing orally is

A

NPO

310
Q

The surgical term for side by side placement is

A

Apposition

311
Q

A solution that is less concentrated than what it is being compared with is known as

A

Hypotonic

312
Q

An emetic substance is a substance that

A

Induces vomiting

313
Q

The route of drug administration via the gastrointestinal tract is

A

Nonparenteral

314
Q

The term meaning to tie or strangulate is

A

Ligate

315
Q

The graded locking portion of an instrument located near the finger rings is the

A

Ratchet

316
Q

A needle that has a rounded tip is called a

A

Taper needle

317
Q

An instrument that controls bleeding is a

A

Hemostat

318
Q

Irrigation with fluids is called

A

Lavage

319
Q

The abbreviation bid stands for

A

Twice daily

320
Q

The term meaning ingestion of feces is

A

Coprophagy

321
Q

Devocalization in dogs is commonly called

A

Debarking

322
Q

The term for more than normal number of digits is

A

Polydactyly

323
Q

The pouches that store an oily, foul-smelling fluid in dogs and cats are called

A

Anal Sacs

324
Q

Cats that have white paws are said to have

A

Gloves

325
Q

A cat with 3 colors of fur is called a

A

Calico

326
Q

A male animal used for breeding purposes is known as a

A

Stud

327
Q

Urinating on objects to mark territory is called

A

Spraying

328
Q

Inflammation of fat is

A

Steatitis

329
Q

The large, shearing cheek tooth in dogs is commonly called a

A

Carnassial Tooth

330
Q

A fur coat that has guard hairs with darker tips is a

A

Ticked coat

331
Q

A mixed breed of animal is called a

A

Mongrel

332
Q

Feline claws can be drawn back because they are

A

Retractile

333
Q

A wild animal is called

A

Feral

334
Q

Cats ovulate as a result of sexual activity and are called

A

Induced ovulators

335
Q

The common term for removing a retained placenta in a cow is

A

Cleaning a cow

336
Q

An individual housing pen for calves is called a

A

Hutch

337
Q

The inedible visceral organs and unusable tissues removed from the carcass of a slaughtered animal are the

A

Offal

338
Q

The common term for llama copulation is

A

Cushing

339
Q

The term for shaving off wool, hair, or fur is

A

Shearing

340
Q

Another term for wool is

A

Fleece

341
Q

What is the name of the passageway that takes milk from the teat cistern to the outside of the udder?

A

Streak canal

342
Q

What is the term for the restraint device that secures cattle around the neck to allow accessibility for milking, feeding, and examining?

A

Stanchion

343
Q

The amount of food consumed by livestock in a 24 hour period is its

A

Ration

344
Q

The hypocalcemic metabolic disorder of ruminants that is seen in late pregnancy or early lactation is

A

Parturient paresis

345
Q

The mechanical device that is used to restrain cattle is a

A

Chute

346
Q

The appendage suspended from the head of goats is the

A

Wattle

347
Q

Removing an animal from the rest because it does not meet a specific standard is known as

A

Culling

348
Q

A large group of sheep is a

A

Band

349
Q

The mating of dissimilar breeds to increase productivity and performance in the next generation is known as

A

Hybrid Vigor

350
Q

Roughage plants that have nitrogen-fixing nodules on their roots are

A

Legumes

351
Q

The behavior in which a camelid propels saliva at an animal or person who is perceived to be a threat is called

A

Spitting

352
Q

The term for adult goat meat is

A

chevon

353
Q

The type of roughage feed produced by fermenting chopped plant parts is

A

Silage

354
Q

What is the term for the spaces in the bird respiratory tract that store air and provide buoyancy for flight?

A

Air sacs

355
Q

A body or flight feather is known as a

A

Contour feather

356
Q

The caudal nares (also called the cleft in the hard palate of birds) are called the

A

Choana

357
Q

The voice organ of birds is the

A

Syrinx

358
Q

The sternum, or breastbone, of some birds is the

A

Keel

359
Q

The primary wing feathers are known as

A

Remiges

360
Q

The esophageal enlargement that stores, moistens, and softens food in some birds is the

A

Crop

361
Q

The process of casting off feathers before replacement feathers appear is known as

A

Molting

362
Q

A young bird that has recently acquired its flight feathers is known as a

A

Fledgling

363
Q

The glandular stomach of birds is the

A

Proventriculus

364
Q

Large, flightless birds used for their meat and hides are

A

Ratites

365
Q

Finches are examples of what type of bird?

A

Passeriformes

366
Q

Cockatiels and cockatoos are examples of what type of bird?

A

Psittacines

367
Q

Doves are examples of what type of bird?

A

Columbiformes

368
Q

A stick or dowel on which a caged bird sits is called a

A

Perch

369
Q

Which type of feather has a blood supply running through it that if broken can lead to heavy bleeding?

A

Pin

370
Q

The common passage for fecal, urinary, and reproductive systems in birds is the

A

Cloaca

371
Q

The rope-like structure that holds the yolk to the center of the egg is the

A

Chalaza

372
Q

The wishbone in birds is the

A

Furcula

373
Q

The external opening of the cloaca in birds is the

A

Vent

374
Q

The ventral region of a turtle shell is the

A

Plastron

375
Q

A term for germ-free is

A

Axenic

376
Q

The canine tooth in a horse that is usually found only in males also is called the

A

Tush

377
Q

The first teeth that an animal develops are its

A

Milk Teeth

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