Cells of the central nervous system that control capillary permeability are:

a. astrocytes
b. afferent neurons
c. oligodendrocytes
d. microglia cells


Answer: a. astrocytes

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a. to bind Ca2+ b. to form attachments with myosin cross bridges c. to prevent myosin cross bridges from attaching to the thin filaments d. to act as an ATPase e. none of the above

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122. The development of hypoxia can limit the effectiveness of respiratory compensation for metabolic

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The presence of blood in the urine is known as ________.

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

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