Anatomy & Physiology
What organ pumps blood throughout the body?
Heart
What does the prefix "tachy"- mean?
fast or rapid
What is the basic unit of life
Cell
What healthcare professional diagnoses and treat disease?
Physician/doctors
What molecule carries genetic information in your cells?
DNA
What is the largest organ of the human body?
Skin
What does the suffix "it's"- mean?
What blood cells are primarily responsible for fighting inflammation.
White blood cells
Which professional assists patients with daily activities and rehabilitation after injuries or illnesses?
occupational therapist
What is a section of DNA that controls a specific trait called?
A gene
Which part of the brain controls balance and coordination?
Cerebellum
What does bradycardia mean?
A slow heart rate
what organelle is known as the "powerhouse" of the cell?
Which healthcare professional specialize in medications and their effects?
Pharmacist
What do you call different versions of the same gene?
Alleles
What structure prevents food from entering the trachea when swallowing?
The epiglottis
What does hematuria mean?
blood in the urine
What type of cell division produces two genetically identical daughter cells?
Mitosis
Which healthcare professional helps patient regain movement and strength after an injury, surgery, and illness?
Physical Therapist
What are the structures that carry DNA inside cells?
Chromosomes
Which chamber of the heart pumps oxygenated blood into the systemic circulation?
Left ventricle
What part of the brain is responsible for regulating breathing, heart rate, and other functions
the brainstem or medulla oblongata
What process allows cells to process ATP
Cellular respiration
Which healthcare professional uses medical imaging techniques such as x-rays and CT scan to help diagnose conditions?
Radiologic Technologist
What is it called when a person receives two identical alleles for a gene?
Homozygous