Match the Following Terms Related to Ultrasound

question 11

Multiple Choice

Match the following terms related to ultrasound.
-Anechoic

• A)Echo free appearing as a dark region on the image
• B)Reflections from body structures
• C)Structure exhibits a relatively strong reflection appearing light gray to white
• D)Tissue producing weak reflections that appear gray on the image
• E)Two structures producing the same reflection

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Definitions:

Prostaglandin

Prostaglandins are a group of physiologically active lipid compounds that have diverse hormone-like effects in animals.

Implantation

The process by which a fertilized egg attaches to the lining of the uterus to begin pregnancy.

Blastocyst

Mammalian blastula.

Anterior Pituitary

The front portion of the pituitary gland that secretes hormones responsible for regulating a wide range of biological functions, including growth, metabolism, and reproductive processes.