Rachael Has AIDS and Is Concerned That She Could Develop

question 177

Multiple Choice

Rachael has AIDS and is concerned that she could develop cancer as a result. Rachael is particularly concerned about her

• A) lymphocytes.
• B) hemoglobin.
• C) natural killer-T cells.
• D) cytokines.

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Definitions:

Cortisone

A steroid hormone used as a medication to treat various conditions by reducing inflammation and suppressing the immune system.

Growth Hormone

A peptide hormone produced by the pituitary gland, stimulating growth, cell reproduction, and regeneration in humans and other animals.

GH Therapy

Treatment with synthetic growth hormone to promote growth in children and adults with growth hormone deficiency.

Diabetes Insipidus

A rare disorder characterized by intense thirst and the excretion of large amounts of urine, unrelated to diabetes mellitus.