Define the Following Terms

question 52

Short Answer

Define the following terms:
-Irish system

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Definitions:

Cephalic Vein

A superficial vein running along the lateral aspect of the arm from the hand to the shoulder, commonly used for venipuncture.

Fasting Blood Glucose

The level of glucose (sugar) in the blood after an individual has not eaten for at least 8 hours, used to test for diabetes and pre-diabetes.

mg/dL

Milligrams per deciliter, a unit of measurement for concentrations of substances in a liquid.

Phagocytosis

The process by which white blood cells defend the body against infection by engulfing invading pathogens.