Tissues and Cells
This protective tissue covers all internal and external surfaces of the body
epithelial tissue
This directional term refers to the back of the body or an organ.
dorsal
A sudden and widespread outbreak of a disease within a specific population group or area.
epidemic
The process through which the body maintains a constant internal environment.
homeostasis
Inflammation of a gland.
adenitis
This type of tissue provides protective padding, insulation, and support.
adipose tissue
This medical term means toward the lower part of the body.
caudal
An outbreak of disease occurring over a very large geographic area, possibly worldwide.
pandemic
A change in the sequence of a DNA molecule.
genetic mutation
A type of gland that secretes chemical substances into ducts leading to other organs or outside the body.
exocrine gland
This tissue suspends the intestines within the abdominal cavit
mesentery
The medical term that means pertaining to the groin.
inguinal
The study of the causes of diseases or abnormal conditions.
etiology
An abnormal condition that exists at the time of birth.
congenital disorder
A primary care physician who provides ongoing care for patients of all ages.
a general practitioner
The study of the anatomy, physiology, pathology, and chemistry of the cell.
cytology
The medical term for a deviation from what is regarded as normal.
anomaly
An illness that produces physical symptoms for which no organic cause or physical disease can be found.
functional disorder
An increase in the number of cells in a tissue or organ.
hyperplasia
A physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting older adults.
geriatrician
Abnormal development or growth of cells, or the presence of abnormal cells.
dysplasia
The congenital absence or narrowing of a normal body opening or passage.
atresia
An unfavorable response or illness caused by prescribed medical treatment.
iatrogenic illness
The incomplete development of an organ or tissue due to a deficiency in the number of cells
hypoplasia
A malignant tumor that originates in glandular tissue and can spread to other parts of the body
adenocarcinoma