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This system has two major functions: (1) the protection of the body via the
immune response, and (2) the transport of fluid from the interstitial fluid to the
bloodstream. The immune response produced by activated lymphocytes is
responsible for ...
This system has two major functions: (1) the protection of the body via the
immune response, and (2) the transport of fluid from the interstitial fluid to the
bloodstream. The immune response produced by activated lymphocytes is
responsible for ...
Page 117
Before the linkage to the lymphatic system was appreciated, this sign was called "
blood poisoning." • Splenomegaly is an ... When the immune response is
inadequate, the individual cannot overcome even a minor infection. Infections of
the ...
Before the linkage to the lymphatic system was appreciated, this sign was called "
blood poisoning." • Splenomegaly is an ... When the immune response is
inadequate, the individual cannot overcome even a minor infection. Infections of
the ...
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Significant improvements in transplant success can be made by reducing the
sensitivity of the immune system. Until recently the drugs used to produce this
immunosuppression did not selectively target the immune system. For example ...
Significant improvements in transplant success can be made by reducing the
sensitivity of the immune system. Until recently the drugs used to produce this
immunosuppression did not selectively target the immune system. For example ...
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Contents
PREFACE | ix |
AN INTRODUCTION TO DIAGNOSTICS | 9 |
APPLIED RESEARCH TOPICS | 18 |
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Bibliographic information
| Title | Applications manual for Essentials of anatomy & physiology |
| Authors | Frederic Martini, Edwin F. Bartholomew, Kathleen Welch, Ralph T. (PHT) Hutchings |
| Photographs by | Ralph T. (PHT) Hutchings |
| Illustrated by | William C. Ober, Claire W. Garrison |
| Edition | 2 |
| Publisher | Prentice Hall, 1999 |
| ISBN | 0130146625, 9780130146625 |
| Length | 200 pages |
| Subjects | › › Human anatomy Human physiology Science / Life Sciences / Biology Science / Life Sciences / Human Anatomy & Physiology |
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