_____ Are Soluble Complement Fragments That Mediate Localized and Systemic

question 2

Multiple Choice

_____ are soluble complement fragments that mediate localized and systemic inflammatory responses.

• A)cryptdins
• B)defensins
• C)anaphylatoxins
• D)selectins
• E)C-reactive proteins.

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Definitions:

Arousal

A state of heightened physiological and psychological activity, including increased heart rate, alertness, and readiness to respond.

Amniocentesis

The process of identifying genetic defects by examining a small sample of fetal cells drawn by a needle inserted into the amniotic fluid surrounding the unborn fetus.

Chorionic Villus Sampling

Chorionic villus sampling is a prenatal test that involves taking a sample of cells from the placenta to test for chromosomal abnormalities and certain genetic problems.

Karyotype

A complete picture of an individual's chromosomes, arranged in pairs and ordered by size, used to identify chromosomal abnormalities.