The nephron begins with a hollow, ball-like structure called ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Bowman's capsule
Anatomy & Physiology
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Which of the following is a gastrointestinal hormone that increases the rate of bile secretion by the liver?
A) cholecystokinin B) gastrin C) gastric inhibitory peptide D) pepsin E) secretion
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The ileocecal juncture serves as a barrier to prevent bacteria-laden contents of the large intestine from contaminating the small intestine
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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The extracellular matrix of blood tissue consists of
a) red blood cells. b) white blood cells. c) plasma. d) lymph. e) albumin.
Anatomy & Physiology
Oxidation of low-density lipoproteins causes ________.
A. fatty streak appearance B. increased hepatic uptake of fats C. increased LDL receptor synthesis D. monocyte conversion
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