Investigate this site to developed by the CDC to have a better understanding of chronic fatigue syndrome. Question: What are the symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome? (
http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/diseases/cfs/index.htm
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Micrographs of blood can be found at this detailed site. Question: On a piece of paper, sketch a typical neutrophil. (
http://www.meddean.luc.edu/lumen/MedEd/Histo/frames/h_frame5.html
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Learn about examination of lymph nodes at this site. Question: Relate several techniques used to examine lymph nodes. (
http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/lungcancer/nodmet.htm
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This visually appealing site provides the user with a multitude of stunning micrographs and detailed explanations. Question: View the section on how lymphocytes produce antibodies and answer the following questions on a piece of paper: A. How does antigen processing work? B. How was this micrograph taken? (
http://www.cellsalive.com/
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This informative site introduces the user to fundamentals of the lymphatic system and lymphedema. Question: A. What is the function of the lymphatic system? B. What are the symptoms of lymphedema? (
http://www.pitt.edu/%7Egenetics/lymph/faqs.htm
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Scroll through this extensive collection of micrographs for images related to the lymphatic and immune systems. Question: Why did the section on lymphatic tissue include information on granulocytes, monocytes, and lymphocytes? (
http://www.kumc.edu/instruction/medicine/anatomy/histoweb/
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The Jackson Mississippi Medical Center has provided this informative guide about the common cold. Question: What causes the common cold? (
http://www.netdoor.com/entinfo/coldcom.html
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