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mpobi80

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on: Jun 27, 2018
The term pericardium means ___________ the heart.
 
  a. inside
  b. around
  c. under
  d. none of the above

Question 2

Which of the following diagnostic procedures is not a test of thyroid function?
 
  A) thyroid function test
  B) protein-bound iodine test
  C) total calcium
  D) thyroid scan
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duy1981999

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

b
Explanation:
a. inside: peri- means around
b. around: correct
c. under: peri- means around
d. none of the above: incorrect because peri- means around

Answer to Question 2

C
Explanation: Total calcium is a test of parathyroid function. Thyroid function test, protein-bound iodine test, and thyroid scan all test thyroid function.


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