During a soccer match, Lindsey accidentally kicked Jewel. Jewel felt a sharp pain. What is the function of neurotransmitters in Jewel’s pain perception?
A. To block the pain signals from reaching Jewel’s brain
B. To increase the intensity of Jewel’s pain signals
C. To cause inflammation in Jewel’s body
D. To decrease the intensity of Jewel’s pain signals
Select your answer:
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Heredity and Living Cells › ViewWhich of the following organelles is found in both plant and animal cells? What is its function?
A. A large central vacuole. To hold water, salts, and other materials.
B. Chloroplasts. To provide a form of energy.
C. Cell membrane. To form a barrier and protect the cell from its surroundings.
D. Cell wall. To provide structure and support.
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False regarding history and clinical examination in patient with pallor –
A. History of melena, hematochezia or hematemesis suggests GI loss
B. Vegan diet, total gastrectomy, history of autoimmune disease (vitiligo, hashimotos, graves disease, etc) point to possible folic acid deficiency
C. Sensory neuropathy, angular cheilosis and bald tongue are features of B12 deficiency
D. Icterus, splenomegaly, abdominal pain and dark urine suggest hemolytic anemia.