Iodine-123 Is Used Specifically to Create an Image of the _____________

question 270

Multiple Choice

Iodine-123 is used specifically to create an image of the _____________.

• A)intestines
• B)pituitary gland
• C)thyroid gland
• D)heart

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Definitions:

Protein Digestion

The process of breaking down proteins into their constituent amino acids or peptides, primarily in the stomach and small intestine.

Pepsin

An enzyme in the stomach that breaks down proteins into peptides, initiating the digestion process.

Thymus

A small organ located in the upper chest, essential for the development of the body's immune system, particularly during early life.

Lymphoid Organs

Organs and tissues that produce, store, or process lymphocytes, which are critical components of the immune system; include lymph nodes, spleen, and thymus.