Sources of the Ciguatera Toxin That Can Cause Gastrointestinal and Neurological

question 52

Multiple Choice

Sources of the ciguatera toxin that can cause gastrointestinal and neurological symptoms include ________.

• A)nutmeg,sassafras,and mace
• B)mushrooms and some herbal teas
• C)shellfish,such as mussels and clams
• D)tropical and subtropical fish,such as snapper and amberjack

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Definitions:

Adrenal Gland

A pair of endocrine glands that sit above the kidneys and produce hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol, which help control stress and other bodily functions.

Peripheral Nervous System

The part of the nervous system that consists of the nerves and ganglia outside of the brain and spinal cord.

Central Nervous System

The complex of nerve tissues that controls the activities of the body, comprising the brain and spinal cord.

Autonomic Nervous System

A component of the peripheral nervous system that regulates involuntary physiological processes including heart rate, digestion, respiratory rate, pupillary response, urination, and sexual arousal.