The Combining Form Cholangi/o- Means ________

question 163

Multiple Choice

The combining form cholangi/o- means ________.

• A)"bile duct"
• B)"bile;gall"
• C)"colon"
• D)"rectum"

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Definitions:

Tyramine

A chemical that, if allowed to accumulate, can raise blood pressure dangerously. It is found in many common foods and is broken down by MAO.

MAO Inhibitors

A class of medications used to treat depression by preventing the breakdown of monoamine neurotransmitters in the brain, thus increasing their levels.

Serotonin

Serotonin is a neurotransmitter in the brain that plays a crucial role in regulating mood, emotion, sleep, and appetite, often referred to as the "feel-good" chemical.

Norepinephrine

A neurotransmitter and hormone involved in the body's fight or flight response, affecting heart rate, blood pressure, and glucose metabolism.