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They have segmented nuclei, usually composed of three lobes. Because their cytoplasmic granules stain both with hematoxylin and eosin (i.e., neutrally), they are also called neutrophils. [1] |
A. Polymorphonuclear leukocytes
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These cells represent the primary body defense system against bacteria. [2]
A. Polymorphonuclear leukocytes B. Eosinophils C. Basophils D. Macrophages E. Platelets |
A. Polymorphonuclear leukocytes
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These contain cytoplasmic granules that stain pink with eosin. These granules contain crystals visible by electron microscopy. [3]
A. Polymorphonuclear leukocytes B. Eosinophils C. Basophils D. Macrophages E. Platelets |
B. Eosinophils
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These cells are most prominent in allergic reactions and inflammation caused by parasitic infections. [4]
A. Polymorphonuclear leukocytes B. Eosinophils C. Basophils D. Macrophages E. Platelets |
B. Eosinophils
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The derivatives of these cells are most prominent in tissues affected by allergic reactions mediated by IgE, such as hay fever. [5]
A. Polymorphonuclear leukocytes B. Eosinophils C. Basophils D. Macrophages E. Platelets |
C. Basophils
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Mast cells are derivatives of these circulating blood cells. [6]
A. Polymorphonuclear leukocytes B. Eosinophils C. Basophils D. Macrophages E. Platelets |
C. Basophils
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These phagocytic mononuclear cells, also called histiocytes, are typical features of chronic inflammation. [7]
A. Polymorphonuclear leukocytes B. Eosinophils C. Basophils D. Macrophages E. Platelets |
D. Macrophages
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They represent cytoplasmic fragments of megakaryocytes. [8]
A. Polymorphonuclear leukocytes B. Eosinophils C. Basophils D. Macrophages E. Platelets |
E. Platelets
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These cells participate in the formation of granulomas. [9]
A. Polymorphonuclear leukocytes B. Eosinophils C. Basophils D. Macrophages E. Platelets |
D. Macrophages |
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They are essential for blood clotting. [10]
A. Polymorphonuclear leukocytes B. Eosinophils C. Basophils D. Macrophages E. Platelets |
E. Platelets
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All the following are cardinal signs of inflammation except: [11]
A. Calor (heat) B. Rubor (redness) C. Tumor (swelling) D. Dolor (pain) E. Odor (smell) |
E. Odor (smell)
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Dilatation of arterioles results in: [12]
A. Anemia B. Hyperemia C. Vasoconstriction D. Hemorrhage E. Ischemia |
B. Hyperemia
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Release of histamine at the site of inflammation causes: [13]
A. Increased vascular permeability B. Decreased vascular permeability C. Accumulation of neutrophils D. Accumulation of platelets E. Activation of the complement system |
A. Increased vascular permeability
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Which of the following blood components has fibrinolytic activity and can lyze thrombi? [14]
A. Bradykinin B. Histamine C. Complement membrane attack complex D. Plasmin E. Prostaglandin |
D. Plasmin
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Aspirin can inhibit some aspects of inflammation by inhibiting the synthesis of: [15]
A. Histamine B. Prostaglandin and thromboxane C. Serotonin D. Hageman factor E. Arachidonic acid |
B. Prostaglandin and thromboxane
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A bacterial throat infection ("strep throat") is associated with a white exudate surrounded by reddened mucosa. This is an example of: [16]
A. Serous inflammation B. Fibrinous inflammation C. Abscess D. Gangrene E. Ulcerative inflammation |
B. Fibrinous inflammation
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The center of an abscess contains: [17]
A. Caseous necrosis B. Calcification C. Pus D. Eosinophils E. Fibrous tissue |
C. Pus
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Granulomas consist of all the following cells except: [18]
A. Lymphocytes B. Macrophages C. Epithelioid cells D. Giant cells E. Polymorphonuclear leukocytes |
E. Polymorphonuclear leukocytes
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Which of the following is the most common cause of delayed healing of a skin wound caused by a traffic accident? [19]
A. Lack of vitamin B. Lack of vitamin C C. Zinc deficiency D. Infection E. Diabetes mellitus |
D. Infection |
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Hypertrophic scars are called: [20]
A. Granuloma B. Granulation tissue C. Proud flesh D. Keloid E. Dehiscence |
D. Keloid
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