Identify the most common lethal inherited disease affecting Caucasians of Northern European descent that results from a defective gene located on chromosome 7.

A) asthma
B) emphysema
C) pneumothorax
D) pneumonia
E) cystic fibrosis


E) cystic fibrosis

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The pulmonary vein

A. carries oxygen-rich blood toward the body tissues. B. carries oxygen-poor blood to the lungs. C. receives oxygen-poor blood from the body tissues. D. carries oxygen-rich blood from lungs to the left atrium.

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____________________ involves the passage of blood through a device with a semipermeable membrane to rid the blood of harmful wastes, extra salt, and water.?

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Alkalosis usually leads to unconsciousness and coma

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Anatomy & Physiology

Which of the following is considered to be part of our innate immunity and is our 1st line defenses?

A. B-cell activation B. Antibodies C. T-cell activation D. Skin and mucous membranes

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