The Osmotic Effects of Ionic Contrast Agents Are a Result

question 11

Multiple Choice

The osmotic effects of ionic contrast agents are a result of the movement of

• A) water from the body's cells into the bloodstream,causing increased blood volume and higher blood pressure.
• B) water from the blood plasma into cells,causing them to swell and possibly burst.
• C) iodine into cells,thereby increasing the cell membrane permeability.
• D) glucose molecules into cells,increasing metabolism.

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Definitions:

Skeletal Muscles

Muscles connected to bones facilitating the body's voluntary movements.

Latissimus Dorsi

A large, flat muscle on the back that stretches to the sides, behind the arm, and is partly covered by the trapezius on the back near the midline.

Adducts

Molecules formed by the addition of two or more substances, commonly used in the context of DNA where chemicals may attach to DNA, forming adducts.

Rotates

The act of turning around an axis or center point.