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The medical term for an abnormally low level of RBCs is:
A specialist in or one who studies the blood is called a/an ________.
hematologist
This is a disease characterized by reduced numbers of red blood cells or reduced amounts of functional hemoglobin.
The medical term for an abnormal increase in the number of erythrocytes in the blood is ________ or polycythemia.
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Match the below definition with its correct medical term:
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When disease-causing organisms multiply within the body, it is called:
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An infection that is contracted during a hospitalization is called:
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The presence of red blood cells of unequal size in a sample of blood is an abnormal finding. It is a sign of a disease known as anisocytosis.
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The medical term for an abnormal loss of blood from the circulation is:
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Nosocomial infections are caused by bacteria and contracted during a hospital stay, usually due to antibiotic-resistant strains of Staphylococcus.
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An infant was just given an injection that will provide immunity to measles, mumps, and rubella. This is an example of:
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The ancient physicians did not discover the lymphatic system.
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The ancient physicians discovered the blood and lymphatic circulatory system.
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The combining form poikil/o means irregular.
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A differential count is a microscopic count of the number of each type of white blood cell in a sample of blood.
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The combining form leuk/o means the color ________.
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Leukemia is a condition in which the bone marrow is unable to produce functional white blood cells to fight infection.
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This is a severe and sometimes life-threatening reaction to an antigen, which causes rapid inflammation and systemwide spasm.
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The suffix -penia means 'abnormal reduction in number, deficiency.'
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Which bacteria, if inhaled, is most likely fatal?
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Leukemia is a condition in which the bone marrow is unable to produce functional white blood cells to fight infection.
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The correct abbreviation for platelet count is:
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The process of dissolving a blood clot is:
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When disease-causing organisms multiply within the body, it is called:
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An unwanted blood clot is called a ________.
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Match the below definition with the correct medical term:
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The combining form globin/o means ________.
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This is a severe and sometimes life-threatening reaction to an antigen, which causes rapid inflammation and systemwide spasm.
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The correct abbreviation for a white blood count is ________.
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A cancer of bone marrow, the blood-forming tissue in bone, is:
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Study Notes
Blood Conditions and Terminology
- Erythrocytopenia: Abnormally low level of red blood cells (RBCs).
- Anemia: Disease characterized by reduced numbers of red blood cells or hemoglobin.
- Erythrocytosis: Abnormal increase in the number of erythrocytes in the blood.
- Hemorrhage: Abnormal loss of blood from circulation.
- Thrombus: An unwanted blood clot that can obstruct blood flow.
Specialists and Their Studies
- Hematologist: A specialist in the study of blood.
- Comparative Studies: Virology, bacteriology, hematology, and immunology are fields focusing on viruses, bacteria, blood, and immune mechanisms, respectively.
Infections and Immune Responses
- Infection: Occurs when disease-causing organisms multiply within the body.
- Nosocomial Infection: An infection contracted during hospitalization, often due to antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
- Immunization: Administration of a vaccine to provide immunity, such as for measles, mumps, and rubella.
- Anaphylaxis: A severe, life-threatening reaction to an antigen causing rapid inflammation and systemic spasms.
Blood Cell Measurements and Abbreviations
- Differential Count: A microscopic count of various types of white blood cells in blood.
- Platelet Count Abbreviation: PLT.
- White Blood Count Abbreviation: WBC.
Blood Cell Characteristics
- Anisocytosis: Abnormal presence of red blood cells of unequal size, indicating underlying disease.
- Combining Form: "Leuk/o" signifies the color white, and "poikil/o" indicates irregularity.
- -penia Suffix: Indicates an abnormal reduction in number or deficiency of cells.
Medical Conditions and Their Effects
- Leukemia: Condition where bone marrow fails to produce functional white blood cells, compromising the immune response.
- Bacteria of Concern: Inhalation of anthrax bacteria can be fatal.
Historical Context
- Ancient physicians did not discover the lymphatic system, nor fully understand the blood circulatory system.
Additional Terms and Definitions
- Thrombolysis: The process of dissolving blood clots.
- Hematopathology: Study of diseased conditions of blood.
True/False Assertions
- Statements regarding the presence of abnormal findings (e.g., anisocytosis, immunization responses, and the existence of various blood conditions) are categorized as true or false for quick recall.
These study notes provide a concise overview of key concepts and terminology related to blood, infections, and immunology relevant to Chapter 7.
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Test your knowledge on blood disorders and medical terminology with this Chapter 7 practice quiz. Each question challenges you on definitions and concepts related to hematology. Perfect for students studying medical terminology or health science.
