Which of the Following Roots Does NOT Refer to a Gland

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following roots does NOT refer to a gland of the endocrine system?

• A)adren/o
• B)gonad/o
• C)ket/o
• D)pancreat/o
• E)Ihyroid/o

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Definitions:

High-Density Lipoprotein

A type of cholesterol known as "good" cholesterol because it helps remove other forms of cholesterol from your bloodstream.

Low-Density Lipoprotein

Often referred to as "bad" cholesterol, these lipoproteins carry cholesterol from the liver to cells throughout the body and can contribute to plaque buildup in arteries.

Pulmonary Vein

The blood vessel that carries oxygenated blood from the lungs back to the left atrium of the heart.

Left Atrium

One of the four chambers of the heart, receiving oxygenated blood from the lungs and pumping it to the left ventricle.