Anatomy & Physiology
This bone is located in the upper arm and is commonly known as the "funny bone"
What is humerus?
A doctor that examines blood and tissue
What is Pathologist?
Disease occurs when the body can't produce enough insulin, leading to high blood sugar
What is diabetes?
This cellular process involves the engulfing of large particles, like food or pathogens, by the cell membrane
What is phagocytosis?
The largest organ in our body
What is skin?
This muscle, located at the base of the chest, is responsible for helping you breathe in and out
What is diaphragm?
This healthcare provider specializes in treating physical injuries, chronic conditions, or disabilities through the use of manual therapy, exercises, and patient education
This disease occurs when cells in the body grow uncontrollably, often forming tumors
What is Cancer?
This process occurs in the nucleus and involves the conversion of DNA into messenger RNA, which then leaves the nucleus to direct protein synthesis
What is transcription?
This essential nutrient, found in dairy products, leafy greens, and fortified foods, is crucial for strong bones and teeth
What is calcium?
These cells are responsible for carrying oxygen throughout the body via the bloodstream
What are red blood cells (erythrocytes)?
This healthcare professional works with a team of specialists to monitor and treat patients with cancer, often providing chemotherapy or other forms of treatment
What is an oncologist?
This chronic respiratory disease causes difficulty breathing, wheezing, and shortness of breath, often triggered by allergens or exercise
What is asthma?
This specialized form of cell division reduces the chromosome number by half, resulting in four non-identical haploid cells
What is meiosis?
The human body has five of these, which help protect the internal organs and allow us to perceive the world around us
What are the 5 senses?
This part of the brain is responsible for regulating balance and coordination, and is located at the back of the skull
What is cerebellum?
This healthcare professional works with patients who have disorders in their urinary system, including treating kidney diseases and managing dialysis
What is a nephrologist?
This condition happens when blood pressure is consistently too high, putting strain on the heart and blood vessels
What is hypertension?
This cellular process involves the breakdown of glucose into pyruvate in the cytoplasm, generating a small amount of ATP
What is glycolysis?
This is the term for the rigorous exam that medical students must pass after completing their basic science courses in order to begin clinical rotations
What is USMLE Step 1?
This structure in the heart prevents the backflow of blood and is located between the left atrium and left ventricle
What is the mitral valve?
This healthcare professional specializes in diagnosing, treating, and preventing mental health conditions, including prescribing medication and providing therapy
What is a psychiatrist?
This condition causes yellowing of the skin and eyes due to a buildup of bilirubin in the body, often seen in newborns
What is Jaundice?
This cellular mechanism involves the breakdown of fatty acids into acetyl-CoA, which then enters the citric acid cycle to generate ATP
What is beta-oxidation?
This standardized test, required for admission to most medical schools in the United States, assesses knowledge in areas such as biology, chemistry, and critical reasoning
What is the MCAT?