Autoimmune disorders are hypersensitivities in which the body fails to recognize its own _______

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


Answer: antigens

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Nitric oxide (NO) interferes with platelet function and blood clotting

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which sequence correctly traces the pathway of aqueous humor in the eye?a: Aqueous humor is secreted by epithelial ciliary cells.b: Aqueous humor is released into the posterior chamber.c: Aqueous humor is drained into the scleral venous sinus.d: Aqueous humor washes over the lens and then passes through the pupil into the anterior chamber.

A. a, c, b, d B. b, a, c, d C. d, a, c, b D. a, b, c, d E. a, b, d, c

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The gluteus maximus muscle is named for

A. its size and shape. B. its size and location. C. its attachment and fiber direction. D. its shape and action.

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Red blood cells in which of the following would likely contain the highest concentration of chloride ions in their cytoplasm?

a. left atrium b. pulmonary vein c. aorta d. pulmonary artery e. arteriolar end of a systemic capillary

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