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Give the accented syllable in the following terms (for example: anemia = ne, diagnosis = no, endocrine = en).
-Sphygmomanometer: __________


Definitions:

HPA Axis

The Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal Axis, a complex system of interactions between endocrine glands that regulate stress response and other body processes.

Cortisol

A steroid hormone released by the adrenal glands, often in response to stress or low blood-glucose concentration.

Glycogen

A form of glucose stored in the liver and muscles, used as a source of energy in animals and humans.

Sexual Drive

The biological and psychological aspects of a person's desire or urge to engage in sexual activity.

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