A temporary change in taste perception. If the platelets are too few, bleeding could occur. A group or layer of cells that together perform a specific function. A surgical opening through the trachea in the neck to provide an artificial airway. An abnormal overgrowth of cells.
Tumors can be either benign or malignant.
Puncturing the vein in order to obtain blood samples, to start an intravenous drip, or to give a medication. An intravenous medication that, if leaked into tissues, could cause pain, swelling, tissue damage, and destruction. A tiny infection agent that is smaller than bacteria. The common cold is caused by a virus. General term for a variety of cells responsible for fighting invading germs, infections, and allergy-causing agents.