Calcium and its significance in the bone metabolism
... PTH (not directly – through stimulation of osteoblasts) 1,25 Dihydrocholecalciferol (not directly – through stimulation of osteoblasts) IL-6, IL-11 Inhibition Calcitonin (directly – receptors) Estrogens (by inhibiting production of certain cytokines) TGF-β (tranforming growth factor) P ...
... PTH (not directly – through stimulation of osteoblasts) 1,25 Dihydrocholecalciferol (not directly – through stimulation of osteoblasts) IL-6, IL-11 Inhibition Calcitonin (directly – receptors) Estrogens (by inhibiting production of certain cytokines) TGF-β (tranforming growth factor) P ...
Cardiovascular Physiology
... function… transporting cholesterol to the cells for use in synthesis of hormones as well as maintenance of cell membranes Excess LDL-C is taken in by the endothelial cells (especially areas of low endothelial sheer – where blood doesn’t move fast or turbulently) Endothelial cells move it to the inte ...
... function… transporting cholesterol to the cells for use in synthesis of hormones as well as maintenance of cell membranes Excess LDL-C is taken in by the endothelial cells (especially areas of low endothelial sheer – where blood doesn’t move fast or turbulently) Endothelial cells move it to the inte ...
Blood Vessels
... • Volume of blood flowing through a vessel, an organ, or the entire circulation in a given period • Measured as ml/min • Equivalent to cardiac output (CO) for entire vascular system • Relatively constant when at rest • Varies widely through individual organs, based on needs ...
... • Volume of blood flowing through a vessel, an organ, or the entire circulation in a given period • Measured as ml/min • Equivalent to cardiac output (CO) for entire vascular system • Relatively constant when at rest • Varies widely through individual organs, based on needs ...
cardiovascular system
... comprehend the functioning of blood vessels. Concepts such as tissue perfusion, flow dynamics, and capillary exchange are building blocks to understanding the everyday workings of the circulatory system. Blood flows through a network of blood vessels that extend between the heart and peripheral tiss ...
... comprehend the functioning of blood vessels. Concepts such as tissue perfusion, flow dynamics, and capillary exchange are building blocks to understanding the everyday workings of the circulatory system. Blood flows through a network of blood vessels that extend between the heart and peripheral tiss ...
Dear Notetaker:
... - Carbonic anhydrase is an enzyme which catalyzes conversion of CO2 and H2O H2CO3 which dissociates into H+ and HCO3o This occurs 5000x times faster in cell vs plasma, due to the presence of the enzyme o CO2 is transported at the greatest percentage as HCO3- in the blood (60%) ...
... - Carbonic anhydrase is an enzyme which catalyzes conversion of CO2 and H2O H2CO3 which dissociates into H+ and HCO3o This occurs 5000x times faster in cell vs plasma, due to the presence of the enzyme o CO2 is transported at the greatest percentage as HCO3- in the blood (60%) ...
1 Physiology week 9 – Cardiovascular (flow/BP)
... Plasma is 1.8 times more viscous than water, whole blood is 3-4 times more viscous. Viscosity depends on the haematocrit (percentage of blood volume occupied by red cells). The clinical effect of viscosity differs from that derived from Poiseuille- Hagen formula below. In large vessels, haematocrit ...
... Plasma is 1.8 times more viscous than water, whole blood is 3-4 times more viscous. Viscosity depends on the haematocrit (percentage of blood volume occupied by red cells). The clinical effect of viscosity differs from that derived from Poiseuille- Hagen formula below. In large vessels, haematocrit ...
autorhythmic cell
... Autorhythmic cells Although not shown her, ionic pumps actively transport calcium back to the extra- cellular space during repolarization Na+/K+ pumps also pump sodium out and K+ in. ...
... Autorhythmic cells Although not shown her, ionic pumps actively transport calcium back to the extra- cellular space during repolarization Na+/K+ pumps also pump sodium out and K+ in. ...
Overview of Renal Function Anatomy/Function of the Kidney
... glomerular filtration – at higher levels constriction of both efferent and afferent arterioles, reduces glomerular filtration – increase reabsorption of Na+ (and water) in distal tubule – release of aldosterone (adrenal cortex) and vasopressin (pituitary) which increases reabsorption of Na+ and wate ...
... glomerular filtration – at higher levels constriction of both efferent and afferent arterioles, reduces glomerular filtration – increase reabsorption of Na+ (and water) in distal tubule – release of aldosterone (adrenal cortex) and vasopressin (pituitary) which increases reabsorption of Na+ and wate ...
D - VCOMcc
... E. Remained the same. 26. Which of the following is normally associated with an increase in venous return to the heart? A. Acute large arterial dilation. B. Decreased mean systemic filling pressure. C. Increased blood volume. D. Increased venous compliance. 27. Which of the following will cause an i ...
... E. Remained the same. 26. Which of the following is normally associated with an increase in venous return to the heart? A. Acute large arterial dilation. B. Decreased mean systemic filling pressure. C. Increased blood volume. D. Increased venous compliance. 27. Which of the following will cause an i ...
Placenta - Academics
... increases alveolar dead space. 3. Reduced FRC is expected to be associated with a reduction in the rate of increase in concentration of volatile anaesthetic agents. 4. Increased minute ventilation during labour can cause acidaemia in the fetus. 5. During preoxygenation, denitrogenation is likely to ...
... increases alveolar dead space. 3. Reduced FRC is expected to be associated with a reduction in the rate of increase in concentration of volatile anaesthetic agents. 4. Increased minute ventilation during labour can cause acidaemia in the fetus. 5. During preoxygenation, denitrogenation is likely to ...
CV-4-2014
... service with an anaphylactic reaction after being stung by several bees. She complains of wheezing and shortness of breath. On examination, the client is in acute distress. BP is 98/56 mmHg, PR 110/min, RR 28/min, and temperature 98.7°F. She is immediately treated with supplemental oxygen. In treati ...
... service with an anaphylactic reaction after being stung by several bees. She complains of wheezing and shortness of breath. On examination, the client is in acute distress. BP is 98/56 mmHg, PR 110/min, RR 28/min, and temperature 98.7°F. She is immediately treated with supplemental oxygen. In treati ...
Glomerular Filtration
... • The blood pressure in the glomerulus averages 60 millimeters of mercury. This unusually high capillary pressure is the result of the short, large diameter afferent arterioles conveying blood at high arterial pressure directly to the glomerular capillaries. • The smaller diameter of the efferent ar ...
... • The blood pressure in the glomerulus averages 60 millimeters of mercury. This unusually high capillary pressure is the result of the short, large diameter afferent arterioles conveying blood at high arterial pressure directly to the glomerular capillaries. • The smaller diameter of the efferent ar ...
basic principles in occupational hygiene
... • The liver is a major metabolic organ which is used to process nutrients which have been absorbed into the blood from the gastrointestinal tract or via other routes such as inhalation. • The fact that it is used to break down materials means that is particularly susceptible to any toxins within the ...
... • The liver is a major metabolic organ which is used to process nutrients which have been absorbed into the blood from the gastrointestinal tract or via other routes such as inhalation. • The fact that it is used to break down materials means that is particularly susceptible to any toxins within the ...
Zoology Final Study Guide
... Which two conditions make caves ideal habitats for salamanders? Why is caecilian sight weak? Why are amphibians not found in high latitudes? What are immature anurans called? What is a caudal fin? What does Ectothermic mean? How do reptiles lose heat? …gain heat? When reptiles are underwater, blood ...
... Which two conditions make caves ideal habitats for salamanders? Why is caecilian sight weak? Why are amphibians not found in high latitudes? What are immature anurans called? What is a caudal fin? What does Ectothermic mean? How do reptiles lose heat? …gain heat? When reptiles are underwater, blood ...
BIOL242Chap19VesselsOCT2012
... pressure generated by mechanical force pushing fluid back into the blood – Different in different tissues but overall average is 0 ...
... pressure generated by mechanical force pushing fluid back into the blood – Different in different tissues but overall average is 0 ...
Chap 19 Vessels - NSCC NetID: Personal Web Space
... pressure generated by mechanical force pushing fluid back into the blood – Different in different tissues but overall average is 0 ...
... pressure generated by mechanical force pushing fluid back into the blood – Different in different tissues but overall average is 0 ...
Role of buffers in hydrogen ion homeostasis &
... physiologic processes responsible for the maintenance of the acidity of body fluids at levels that allow optimal function of the whole individual • The chemical processes represent the first line of defense to an acid or base load and include the extracellular and intracellular buffers • The physiol ...
... physiologic processes responsible for the maintenance of the acidity of body fluids at levels that allow optimal function of the whole individual • The chemical processes represent the first line of defense to an acid or base load and include the extracellular and intracellular buffers • The physiol ...
Reptilian Groups
... Crocodiles and many lizards also have bony plates called osteoderms beneath scales Thicker dermis has chromatophores that provide color ...
... Crocodiles and many lizards also have bony plates called osteoderms beneath scales Thicker dermis has chromatophores that provide color ...
Harvard-MIT Division of Health Sciences and Technology HST
... This measurement yields the effective renal blood flow. It assumes that indicator concentrations in whole blood are given. If the more usual plasma concentrations are used, then equation (4) will yield renal plasma flow (RPF). RPF is approximately 600-700 cc/min. in the normal adult. Equation (4) is ...
... This measurement yields the effective renal blood flow. It assumes that indicator concentrations in whole blood are given. If the more usual plasma concentrations are used, then equation (4) will yield renal plasma flow (RPF). RPF is approximately 600-700 cc/min. in the normal adult. Equation (4) is ...
Chapter 21: Water, Electrolyte, and Acid
... magnesium, phosphate, and sulfate ions. 2. The blood plasma fraction of extracellular fluid contains considerably more protein than interstitial fluid or lymph. 3. Intracellular fluid has high concentrations of potassium, phosphate, and magnesium ions, and lesser concentrations of sodium, chloride, ...
... magnesium, phosphate, and sulfate ions. 2. The blood plasma fraction of extracellular fluid contains considerably more protein than interstitial fluid or lymph. 3. Intracellular fluid has high concentrations of potassium, phosphate, and magnesium ions, and lesser concentrations of sodium, chloride, ...
(Renal Physiology.kp)
... This measurement yields the effective renal blood flow. It assumes that indicator concentrations in whole blood are given. If the more usual plasma concentrations are used, then equation (4) will yield renal plasma flow (RPF). RPF is approximately 600-700 cc/min. in the normal adult. Equation (4) is ...
... This measurement yields the effective renal blood flow. It assumes that indicator concentrations in whole blood are given. If the more usual plasma concentrations are used, then equation (4) will yield renal plasma flow (RPF). RPF is approximately 600-700 cc/min. in the normal adult. Equation (4) is ...
Fun facts to know and tell
... B. [Carbon Dioxide out to the air is a waste product of cellular respiration] C. [Air Oxygen lungs capillary bed (blood) cell for cellular respiration] D. [Carbon Dioxide from cellular respiration capillary bed (blood) lungs atmosphere] E. [to maintain blood pressure] ...
... B. [Carbon Dioxide out to the air is a waste product of cellular respiration] C. [Air Oxygen lungs capillary bed (blood) cell for cellular respiration] D. [Carbon Dioxide from cellular respiration capillary bed (blood) lungs atmosphere] E. [to maintain blood pressure] ...
CVP Physiology
... • Diffusion through the capillary membrane – Lipid soluble substances can diffuse directly through membrane – Water-soluble substances rely on pores and fenestrae etc. ...
... • Diffusion through the capillary membrane – Lipid soluble substances can diffuse directly through membrane – Water-soluble substances rely on pores and fenestrae etc. ...
Rat Dissection
... functions, one of which is to produce bile which aids in digesting fat. The liver also stores glycogen and transmforms wastes into less harmful substances. Rats do not have a gall bladder which is used for storing bile in other animals. There are four parts to the liver: median or cystic lobe - loca ...
... functions, one of which is to produce bile which aids in digesting fat. The liver also stores glycogen and transmforms wastes into less harmful substances. Rats do not have a gall bladder which is used for storing bile in other animals. There are four parts to the liver: median or cystic lobe - loca ...