1
A&P HESI A2 Practice Test Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
Which part of the neuron receives signals from other neurons?
- Axon
- Dendrites
- Synapse
- Cell body
✔✔B) Dendrites
What is the primary role of osteoblasts?
- Break down bone
- Build new bone
- Store calcium
- Transport nutrients
✔✔B) Build new bone
Which system includes the heart, blood, and blood vessels? 1 / 4
2
- Lymphatic system
- Circulatory system
- Respiratory system
- Nervous system
✔✔B) Circulatory system
What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?
- Produce ATP
- Modify and package proteins
- Store genetic material
- Synthesize lipids
✔✔B) Modify and package proteins
Which blood vessels return oxygen-poor blood back to the heart?
- Arteries
- Veins
- Capillaries
- Arterioles 2 / 4
3
✔✔B) Veins
Which connective tissue connects bones to muscles?
- Ligaments
- Tendons
- Cartilage
- Fascia
✔✔B) Tendons
What is the name of the tough, fibrous outer layer of bone?
- Periosteum
- Endosteum
- Cartilage
- Marrow
✔✔A) Periosteum
What is the name of the hormone that raises blood sugar levels?
- Insulin 3 / 4
4
- Glucagon
- Thyroxine
- Cortisol
✔✔B) Glucagon
What is the primary function of the mitochondria?
- Protein synthesis
- Energy production
- Waste removal
- Lipid storage
✔✔B) Energy production
Which organ system is responsible for transporting oxygen and nutrients to the body’s cells?
- Digestive system
- Nervous system
- Circulatory system
- Respiratory system
- / 4
✔✔C) Circulatory system