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Respiratory System Introduction Red blood cells are like trucks that transport cargo on a highway system. Their cargo is Oxygen, and the highways are blood vessels. Where do red blood cells pick up their cargo of oxygen? The answer is the lungs. The lungs are organs of the respiratory system. The respiratory system is the … Read more
Disease is a condition that impairs the proper functioning of the body or its parts. A disease can be defined as: Any deviation from normal functioning or state of complete physical and mental well being. Types of diseases: The human diseases are broadly classified into following four categories: Acute diseases Chronic diseases Congenital diseases Acquired … Read more
What is Alkaptonuria? Alkaptonuria is a rare genetic disorder that affects the body’s ability to break down a substance called homogentisic acid. This causes homogentisic acid to build up in the body, leading to a number of health problems, including arthritis, black urine, and ochronosis (a darkening of the skin and connective tissues). How is … Read more