A 5-Year-Old Male Was Diagnosed with Glomerulonephritis

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Multiple Choice

A 5-year-old male was diagnosed with glomerulonephritis.History reveals that he had an infection 3 weeks before the onset of this condition.The infection was most likely located in the:

• A) bone.
• B) gastrointestinal (GI) tract.
• C) respiratory tract.
• D) ear.

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Definitions:

Sperm Count

The concentration of spermatozoa in a man's semen, which is a key factor in determining male fertility.

Semen

The fluid consisting of sperm suspended in various glandular secretions that is ejaculated from the penis during orgasm.

Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone

A hormone secreted by the hypothalamus that stimulates the anterior pituitary to release gonadotropins, influencing reproductive functions.

Anterior Pituitary

The front portion of the pituitary gland, which produces and releases hormones that regulate various bodily functions including growth, reproduction, and metabolism.