Nervous System
The junction between two neurons
Synapse
Inflamation of the mucous membrane under the eyelid
Conjunctivitis
This gland is responsible for growth and development
Thyroid gland
Epicardium, endocardium and myocardium are 3 layers of this
Heart
Nose, mouth, pharynx, epiglottis and larynx are all part of this
Upper respiratory system
The dura mater, arachnoid membrane, and the pia mater are layers of this
Meninges
This is used to detect damage to the cornea
Fluoresceine dye stain
This gland controls blood glucose levels
Pancreas
These carry blood away from the heart
Arteries
Air sacs where gas exchange occurs
Alveoli
This is an automatic, involuntary response
Reflex
A collection of blood in the pinna of the ear
Aural hematoma
These glands are known as ovaries in females and testes in males
Gonads
When the heart rate varies because of respiratory cycle
Sinus arrythmia
"Chest cavity" or "Chest"
Thorax
CNS and PNS
Central nervous system and Peripheral nervous system
Nictitating membrace is the third of this
Eyelid
The endocrine system is responsible for distributing this into the bloodstream
Hormones
Cardiomyopathy
Disease of the heart muscle
Inadequate supply of oxygen
Hypoxia
Myel/o is the root for spinal cord but also the root for this
The tympanic membrane is commonly known as this musical part of the ear
Ear drum
The adrenal glands are cranial to this organ
Kidneys
Three common veins for blood draws
Jugular, cephalic, saphenous
Term for across + wall
Diaphragm