In a Research Setting, a Drug Is Given to a Person

question 182

Multiple Choice

In a research setting, a drug is given to a person. The drug causes that person to hyperventilate and experience a rapid heart rate. This is a(n) :

• A) in vivo test.
• B) modeling test.
• C) covert sensitization test.
• D) biological challenge test.

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Definitions:

Hct

Hematocrit; a measure of the proportion of blood volume that is occupied by red blood cells, typically expressed as a percentage.

HCT

Hematocrit, a measure of the proportion of blood volume that is occupied by red blood cells.

Thymus

A lymphoid organ situated in the neck of vertebrates that produces T-cells for the immune system, especially important during early life.

B Cells

A type of white blood cell that plays a vital role in the immune system by producing antibodies.