Astrocytomas

question 131

Multiple Choice

Astrocytomas:

• A)have a better prognosis than GBMs.
• B)primarily affect the frontal lobes.
• C)can affect cranial nerves I,II,and V.
• D)are the most common type of noninfiltrative tumor.

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Definitions:

Plasma

The fluid part of blood holding the blood cells in suspension, primarily composed of water and proteins.

Formed Elements

Refers to the cellular components of blood, including red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.

Liquid Portion

Refers to the liquid component of a mixture or substance, often used in a biological context to describe the fluid part of blood (plasma).

Plasma

The liquid component of blood, without cells, consisting mainly of water, proteins, salts, lipids, and glucose, which serves as a medium for transporting nutrients, hormones, and waste products.