Words Beginning With F Flashcards
What system is referred to as the Feeduck System?
A control center for fee radicals
What can oxidative damage cause?
Fibroblasts damage
What is the primary role of fibroblasts?
Secrete proteins to make collagen
What type of diffusion is facilitated diffusion?
Movement of larger substances
What does fascia cover?
Skeletal muscle
What is a fascicle?
A bundle of muscle fibers that run parallel
What is ferritin?
A protein that stores iron
What is fibrinogen?
A protein involved in blood clotting
What condition is characterized by irregular heart rhythm?
Fibrillation
What are fat-soluble vitamins?
Vitamins A, D, E, and K
Fill in the blank: Ferritin is a protein that stores _______.
iron
True or False: Fibroblasts are the largest and most numerous cells.
True
What is the impact of fibrillation on blood supply?
It leads to inadequate blood supply
What symptoms can a stroke cause?
Facial drooping, arm weakness, speech difficulties
