CH 3 Flashcards

involving, derived from, or being individuals of the same species that are sufficiently unlike genetically to interact antigenically

inflammatory disease that, over time, can cause some of the bones in the spine, called vertebrae, to fuse. Also known as axial spondyloarthritis

Taken from an individual's own tissues, cells, or DNA

a bone that is broken in at least two places

inflammation of the cartilage that joins the ribs to the breastbone

Bone density scanning

blood cell production

a form of arthritis in children

a fracture in which there is an open wound or break in the skin near the site of the broken bone. Also known as a compound Fracture.

an acute or chronic inflammatory process involving the bone and its structures secondary to infection with pyogenic organisms, including bacteria, fungi, and mycobacteria