The name for the serous membrane that lines the abdominal cavity is "peritoneum."
Secondary active transport allows for the reabsorption of glucose in PCT (proximal convulated tubules) regardless of concentration gradient. It is sodium transporter medium that is reabsorbed.
Asphyxia is a disorder that causes a severe drop in oxygen levels in the body, which is followed by an increase in CO2 and results in death, loss of consciousness, and loss of pulse.
In order for a large mass of air to travel through the trachea and a large mass of food to pass down the oesophagus during swallowing, the cartilage ring in the trachea must be C-shaped.
The basal metabolic rate is increased by thyroxin. By raising oxygen consumption and ATP generation rates, it boosts the creation of body heat. Lipid and glucose metabolism are caused.
The maxilla make up the majority of the palate as well as the upper jaw. It has the upper row of teeth fastened in it.
A significant salivary gland in humans is the parotid gland.
The innermost layer of tissue lining the heart's chambers is called the endocardium.
Muscles contracting against their will is known as tetany. Hypocalcemia is the cause of it.
The pineal gland secretes the hormone melatonin. It also aids in the regulation of the body's other hormones and circadian rhythm.
When the SA node is unable to produce an impulse, the AV node takes over as the pacemaker and produces 40 to 60 impulses per minute. Therefore, the AV node is referred to as the backup cardiac pacemaker.
Known also as the humero-scapular joint. It's a specific kind of ball and socket joint (most flexible and movable joint).
The kidney's fundamental structural and functional unit is the nephron.
Insulin, glucagon, and somatostatin are secreted by the pancreas as part of its endocrine function, which aids in food digestion.
Near the oropharynx and nasopharynx are lymphoepithelial tissues called the palatine tonsils and nasophareangeal tonsils.
The mucous glands of the colon secrete succus entericus, or intestinal juice. It balances the hydrochloric acid produced by the stomach.
