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HudsonKB16

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Write the correct abbreviation for adrenocorticotropin hormone:
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

In the term ischemia, the suffix -emia means:
 
  A) process.
  B) blood condition.
  C) condition of.
  D) formation.



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Answer to Question 1

ACTH

Answer to Question 2

B
Explanation: A) The suffix -ion means process.
B) Correct.
C) The suffixes -ia and -osis mean condition of.
D) The suffix -gen means formation.



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