Multiple Choice
Which of the following statements is NOT true of the inflammatory process?
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21. The Immune System
Introduction to Inflammation
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Which term means inflammation of the glomeruli within the kidney?
A
Cystitis
B
Pyelonephritis
C
Glomerulonephritis
D
Nephrolithiasis
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Identify the key term in the question: 'inflammation of the glomeruli within the kidney'.
Understand that 'glomeruli' refers to the network of capillaries located at the beginning of a nephron in the kidney, which is involved in the filtration of blood.
Recognize that 'inflammation' in medical terminology is often denoted by the suffix '-itis'.
Combine the term 'glomeruli' with the suffix '-itis' to form 'glomerulonephritis', which specifically refers to the inflammation of the glomeruli.
Review the provided options and match the term 'glomerulonephritis' with the correct definition, confirming it as the answer.
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