The process whereby neutrophils and other white blood cells are attracted to an inflammatory site is called ________.

A) diapedesis
B) chemotaxis
C) margination
D) phagocytosis


B) chemotaxis

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Select the correct statement about serial processing.

A) Spinal reflexes are an example of serial processing. B) Input travels along several different pathways. C) Smells are processed by serial pathways. D) Memories are triggered by serial processing.

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Sympathetic activity stimulates the secretion of ____________________ from the pancreas

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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When a blood sample is spun down in a centrifuge tube, what is found in the buffy coat?

A. Red blood cells and platelets B. Red blood cells C. Blood plasma D. White blood cells and platelets E. Platelets

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