PhiDE
This is Phi Delta Epsilon's colors
Royal Purple and Ivory
This organ is responsible for pumping blood throughout the body
The Heart
This common condition occurs when blood sugar levels are too high due to insulin resistance or deficiency
Diabetes
This type of macromolecule includes enzymes, which catalyze biochemical reactions
Proteins
The suffix "-itis" refers to this medical condition
inflammation
Phi Delta Epsilon was founded at this university
Cornell University
The largest organ in the human body by surface area and weight
The Skin
This genetic disorder affects red blood cells, causing them to take on a crescent shape and leading to pain and anemia
Sickle Cell Disease
In the absence of oxygen, human cells undergo this process to regenerate NAD+ for glycolysis
Fermentation
The term “hematology” refers to the study of this
blood
This is the Fraternity's motto
"Facta Non Verba, Deeds not Words"
This long, coiled tube in the digestive system is responsible for nutrient absorption
This inherited disorder results in thick, sticky mucus buildup in the lungs and digestive tract due to a defective CFTR gene
Cystic Fibrosis
During an action potential, the rapid influx of this ion causes depolarization of the neuron
Sodium (Na+)
The root word “nephro-” refers to this organ
kidney
This organization is PhiDE’s official philanthropy partner, dedicated to treating critically ill children
Children's Miracle Network Hospitals
This type of joint, found in the shoulder and hip, allows for the most range of motion
Ball and Socket Joint
This tick-borne bacterial disease is known for its bullseye-shaped rash and flu-like symptoms
Lyme Disease
This neurotransmitter is primarily involved in mood regulation and is the target of many antidepressant drugs
Serotonin
The suffix "-stomy" refers to the creation of this
artificial opening
This is the founding year of Phi Delta Epsilon
1904
This structure, part of the limbic system, is responsible for processing emotions and is closely linked to fear and memory
Amygdala
This autoimmune disorder causes widespread inflammation and can affect the skin, joints, and organs, with a characteristic butterfly-shaped rash on the face
Lupus
This enzyme allows retroviruses to synthesize DNA from an RNA template
reverse transcriptase
The prefix “xero-” refers to this characteristic
dryness