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Blood is approximately twice as thick as water because of the cells and other components found in it.
The first oncogene was discovered in 1970 and was termed SRC (pronounced "SARK").
Inotropic therapy does not have a role in the treatment of most heart failure patients. These drugs can make patients feel and function better but usually do not lengthen the predicted length of their lives.
There are 60,000 miles of blood vessels in every adult human.
IgA antibodies protect body surfaces exposed to outside foreign substances. IgG antibodies are found in all body fluids. IgM antibodies are the first type of antibody made in response to an infection. IgE antibody levels are often high in people with allergies. IgD antibodies are found in tissues lining the abdomen and chest.