什麼是細胞損傷?
細胞損傷是指細胞在面對壓力或有害刺激時,無法維持正常功能的狀態。
細胞死亡的兩種主要形式是什麼?
細胞死亡的兩種主要形式是壞死和凋亡。
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Mechanisms of Cell Injury

什麼是細胞損傷?

細胞損傷是指細胞在面對壓力或有害刺激時,無法維持正常功能的狀態。

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Cell Death Mechanisms

細胞死亡的兩種主要形式是什麼?

細胞死亡的兩種主要形式是壞死和凋亡。

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Cellular Adaptations to Stress

細胞適應是什麼?

細胞適應是指細胞在面對壓力或環境變化時,通過改變其結構或功能來維持生存的過程。

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Mechanisms of Cell Injury

細胞損傷的主要原因是什麼?
A) 遺傳因素
B) 營養過剩
C) 物理性損傷
D) 細胞分裂
E) 細胞增殖

C) 物理性損傷
Explanation: 物理性損傷是細胞損傷的主要原因之一,這包括機械性損傷、溫度變化、輻射等。

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Cell Death Mechanisms

細胞死亡的兩種主要機制是什麼?
A) 細胞分裂和細胞增殖
B) 細胞凋亡和壞死
C) 細胞修復和再生
D) 細胞變性和肥大
E) 細胞分化和成熟

B) 細胞凋亡和壞死
Explanation: 細胞死亡的兩種主要機制是細胞凋亡(程序性細胞死亡)和壞死(非程序性細胞死亡)。

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Cellular Adaptations to Stress

細胞適應壓力的方式包括以下哪一項?
A) 細胞分裂
B) 細胞增殖
C) 細胞肥大
D) 細胞死亡
E) 細胞凋亡

C) 細胞肥大
Explanation: 細胞適應壓力的方式之一是細胞肥大,即細胞體積的增大,以應對外界壓力。

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Intracellular Accumulations

細胞內積累物質的原因可能是什麼?
A) 細胞分裂過快
B) 細胞代謝異常
C) 細胞膜破裂
D) 細胞核變性
E) 細胞凋亡

B) 細胞代謝異常
Explanation: 細胞內積累物質的原因之一是細胞代謝異常,導致物質無法正常代謝和排出。

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Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What reactive molecules are involved in cell injury?

Reactive oxygen species.

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Types of Necrosis

What is a localized area of coagulative necrosis called?

An infarct.

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Overview of Cellular Responses to Stress

What is the topic of the provided text?

Overview of Cellular Responses to Stress and Noxious Stimuli

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Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What are the mechanisms of atrophy?

Decreased protein synthesis, increased protein degradation in cells, and increased autophagy.

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Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What is one key indicator of irreversible cell injury related to membranes?

Profound disturbances in membrane function

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Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What are adult stem cells capable of maintaining?

Tissues with high (e.g., skin and GI tract) or low (e.g., heart and brain) cell turnover.

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Overview of Cellular Responses to Stress

What are the four states of myocardial cells?

Normal, adapted, reversibly injured, and dead.

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Types of Necrosis

What is fat necrosis?

Focal areas of fat destruction.

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Cellular Aging

What is cellular aging?

A progressive decline in cellular function and viability caused by genetic abnormalities and the accumulation of cellular and molecular damage.

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Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What is autophagy?

Lysosomal digestion of the cell’s own components, a survival mechanism initiated by proteins that sense nutrient deprivation.

p.47
Pathologic Calcification

Where can pathologic calcification commonly occur?

In areas of necrosis, atherosclerotic arteries, damaged heart valves, and necrotic tumors.

p.52
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What are the types of cellular adaptations?

Hypertrophy, hyperplasia, atrophy, and metaplasia.

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Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What are examples of latent toxins?

Carbon tetrachloride (CCl4) and acetaminophen.

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Types of Necrosis

What is typically involved in fibrinoid necrosis?

Immune reactions involving blood vessels.

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Reversible Cell Injury

What happens to myocardial cells when they are reversibly injured?

They can recover if the stressor is removed.

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Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

How does apoptosis typically occur?

It usually occurs in a single cell, hence it rarely triggers an inflammatory response.

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Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What are the two general mechanisms of toxin-induced cell injury?

Direct-acting toxins and latent toxins.

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Types of Necrosis

What is fat saponification?

The binding of free fatty acids to calcium.

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Intracellular Accumulations

What are the extracellular causes of hyaline change?

Collagenous fibrous tissue and the wall of arterioles in hypertension and diabetes mellitus.

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Reversible Cell Injury

What happens to the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) during reversible cell injury?

Dilation of the ER with detachment of polysomes.

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Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What are cellular adaptations?

Reversible changes in the number, size, phenotype, metabolic activity, or functions of cells in response to changes in their environment.

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Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

What are the key morphological features of apoptosis observed under HE staining?

Cell shrinkage, chromatin condensation, and karyorrhexis.

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Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What factors determine the cellular response to injurious stimuli?

The type of injury, its duration, and severity.

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Pathologic Calcification

Where in the body can metastatic calcification occur?

In interstitial tissues of the gastric mucosa, kidneys, lungs, systemic arteries, and pulmonary veins.

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Pathologic Calcification

What is nephrocalcinosis?

Nephrocalcinosis is the deposition of calcium salts in the kidneys due to metastatic calcification.

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Mechanisms of Cell Injury

Give examples of conditions that can result from cell injury in the kidneys.

Renal atrophy, renal infarction, and acute renal failure.

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Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What is a common cellular response to cell death in muscle tissue?

Hypertrophy (compensatory increase in cell size).

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Types of Necrosis

What forms the fibrinoid protein in the walls of blood vessels during fibrinoid necrosis?

Ag-Ab complex deposition.

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Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is the term for the enlargement of myocardial cells?

Hypertrophy.

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Cell Death Mechanisms

What are the primary outcomes of cell injury caused by toxins?

Necrotic cell death.

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Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is hyperplasia?

An increase in the number of cells.

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Cellular Adaptations to Stress

Which pathway is involved in increased protein degradation in cells during atrophy?

Ubiquitin-proteasome pathway.

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Cellular Aging

What contributes to the accumulation of cellular and molecular damage in cellular aging?

Exposure to exogenous influences.

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Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is metaplasia?

A change in the type of cells.

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Cell Death Mechanisms

In what conditions does necroptosis occur?

Necroptosis occurs in both physiologic and pathologic conditions.

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Reversible Cell Injury

What happens when there is a large accumulation of Na+ in the cell?

It causes water to accumulate in the cell, leading to swelling.

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Pathologic Calcification

What are the causes of metastatic calcification?

Increased parathyroid hormone, destruction of bone tissue, vitamin D-related disorders, and renal failure.

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Mechanisms of Cell Injury

How can ROS be removed from cells?

By enzymes that neutralize them.

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Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What helps normally translated proteins to fold correctly?

Chaperones.

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Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is an example of pathologic hyperplasia?

Endometrial hyperplasia due to excessive hormonal or growth factor stimulation.

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Cellular Adaptations to Stress

Give an example of metaplasia in the tracheal system.

Squamous metaplasia.

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Cellular Adaptations to Stress

In which types of cells and tissues does hyperplasia commonly occur?

In cells and tissues with a strong ability to divide.

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Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What can cause endometrial hyperplasia?

Excessive use of estrogen.

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Intracellular Accumulations

What are xanthomas and where do they occur?

Xanthomas are cholesterol deposits that occur in the subepithelial connective tissue of the skin.

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Mechanisms of Cell Injury

How can genetic abnormalities lead to cell injury?

Through chromosome or gene defects.

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Intracellular Accumulations

What is the visual characteristic of xanthomas?

They appear as yellow nodules, often around the eyes.

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Cell Death Mechanisms

What is necrosis?

Necrosis is the death of tissue following irreversible injury.

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Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What are the stimuli that can lead to myocardial hypertrophy?

Mechanical stretch, agonists, and growth factors.

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Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is disuse atrophy?

Atrophy caused by decreased workload, such as immobilization of a limb.

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Types of Necrosis

What type of necrosis is usually seen in immune reactions involving blood vessels?

Fibrinoid necrosis.

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Cell Death Mechanisms

What type of cell death can result from mitochondrial dysfunction?

Apoptosis.

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Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is hypertrophy?

An increase in the size of cells.

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Intracellular Accumulations

What is anthracosis?

A condition caused by the accumulation of carbon (coal dust) in the lungs.

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Intracellular Accumulations

What causes intracellular hyaline change?

Protein accumulation.

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Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What are the stages of autophagy?

Phagophore  Autophagosome  fuses with lysosomes  autophagolysosome.

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Pathologic Calcification

What is dystrophic calcification?

A type of pathologic calcification that occurs in abnormal tissue deposition of calcium salts.

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Types of Necrosis

What types of infections are characteristic of liquefactive necrosis?

Focal bacterial or sometimes fungal infections.

p.9
Reversible Cell Injury

What nuclear alterations are seen in reversible cell injury?

Clumping of chromatin.

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Pathologic Calcification

What is pathologic calcification?

The abnormal tissue deposition of calcium salts.

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Reversible Cell Injury

What is reversible cell injury?

The stage of cell injury at which the deranged function and morphology of the injured cells can return to normal if the damaging stimulus is removed.

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Intracellular Accumulations

What are the types of intracellular lipid accumulation?

Steatosis (Fatty change) and Cholesterol and cholesterol esters.

p.20
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

What happens to apoptotic bodies after they are formed?

They are phagocytosed.

p.8
Reversible Cell Injury

What is fatty change in the context of reversible cell injury?

Fatty change refers to the accumulation of lipid droplets within cells, which is a type of reversible cell injury.

p.20
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

What is karyorrhexis?

The fragmentation of the nucleus.

p.6
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What are some examples of toxins that can cause cell injury?

Air pollutants, poisons, insecticides, carbon monoxide (CO), etc.

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Cell Death Mechanisms

What is karyolysis?

The fading of basophilia of chromatin.

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Intracellular Accumulations

What is cholesterolosis and where does it occur?

Cholesterolosis is the accumulation of cholesterol in the lamina propria of the gallbladder.

p.11
Cell Death Mechanisms

What are the possible fates of necrotic cells?

They can persist for some time or be digested.

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Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What is ischemia-reperfusion injury?

It is a condition where the restoration of blood flow to ischemic but viable tissues results in increased cell injury.

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Cell Death Mechanisms

What does the FEBS Journal (2024) article guide readers through?

The expanding field of extracellular vesicles and their release in regulated cell death programs.

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Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

Can apoptosis be both physiologic and pathologic?

Yes, apoptosis can be either physiologic or pathologic.

p.32
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What are the most important sites of membrane damage?

1. Mitochondrial membrane, 2. Plasma membrane, 3. Lysosomal membrane

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Types of Necrosis

What typically causes fat necrosis?

Release of activated pancreatic lipases due to acute pancreatitis.

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Pathologic Calcification

What is pathologic calcification?

Abnormal tissue deposition of calcium salts.

p.27
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What induces cellular damage in the context of ROS?

The accumulation of reactive oxygen species (ROS).

p.28
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What are examples of direct-acting toxins?

Anti-neoplastic chemotherapeutic agents and toxins made by microorganisms.

p.14
Types of Necrosis

In which condition is gangrenous necrosis especially common?

Diabetes.

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Intracellular Accumulations

What is lipofuscin commonly known as?

Wear-and-tear or aging pigment.

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Intracellular Accumulations

What causes abnormal deposits of materials in cells and tissues?

Excessive intake or defective transport or catabolism.

p.27
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

How are ROS generated in cells?

Through processes such as aerobic respiration.

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Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What can be observed with the naked eye in cases of cell injury?

Tissue damage and various changes and their severity.

p.46
Intracellular Accumulations

What is hemosiderin and where does it commonly accumulate?

Hemosiderin is an iron-storage complex that commonly accumulates in areas of hemorrhage.

p.40
Intracellular Accumulations

What are the types of intracellular accumulations?

Lipids, Proteins, Hyaline change, Glycogen, Pigments (Exogenous and Endogenous).

p.20
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

What is a key morphological feature of necrosis?

Cell swelling.

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Cellular Aging

What is the function of telomerase in cellular aging?

Telomerase adds repetitive nucleotide sequences to the ends of telomeres, helping to maintain their length and delay replicative senescence.

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Cellular Aging

What happens to cells when telomeres become too short?

Cells enter replicative senescence and stop dividing.

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Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What happens during the acute stage of disease development?

The disease reaches its peak with severe symptoms.

p.17
Types of Necrosis

什么是纤维素样坏死?

纤维素样坏死是免疫反应引起的坏死,常见于血管炎和自身免疫性疾病。

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Cell Death Mechanisms

What is the focus of the article published in Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy (2022) regarding necroptosis?

A glimpse of necroptosis and its relation to diseases.

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Cell Death Mechanisms

Which form of cell death is discussed in the Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy (2023) article titled 'Ferroptosis in life: To be or not to be'?

Ferroptosis.

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Intracellular Accumulations

What do A and B types of Niemann-Pick disease accumulate?

They accumulate sphingomyelin in macrophages.

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Types of Necrosis

What is the most common type of necrosis?

Coagulative necrosis.

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Types of Necrosis

How long can the basic structural outline of a coagulated cell or tissue be preserved in coagulative necrosis?

For days or weeks.

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Types of Necrosis

What type of cell death is characterized by leakage of proteins?

Necrosis.

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Cell Death Mechanisms

What is the outcome for myocardial cells that are dead?

They cannot recover and are permanently damaged.

p.45
Intracellular Accumulations

How can carbon (coal dust) affect the lungs?

Inhalation of excessive carbon can lead to its accumulation in the lungs, causing conditions like anthracosis.

p.27
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What are free radicals?

Extremely unstable molecules that readily react with inorganic and organic compounds.

p.23
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

In which conditions might autophagy play a role?

Cancer, neurodegenerative disorders, infectious disease, inflammatory bowel disease.

p.29
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What can the accumulation of misfolded proteins in a cell lead to?

It can stress compensatory pathways in the ER and lead to cell death by apoptosis.

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Intracellular Accumulations

What is the appearance of lipofuscin in tissues?

It appears as brown atrophy.

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Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is metaplasia?

A reversible change where one differentiated cell type is replaced by another cell type.

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Cellular Aging

What factors contribute to cellular aging?

Accumulating cellular damage, reduced capacity to divide, and reduced ability to repair damaged DNA.

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Reversible Cell Injury

What are the two main types of reversible cell injury?

Cellular swelling (hydropic change or vacuolar degeneration) and fatty change (accumulation of lipid droplets).

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Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is the mechanism behind metaplasia?

Reprogramming of stem cells that exist in normal tissue, or of undifferentiated mesenchymal cells present in connective tissue.

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Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What is the first step in the development of disease?

Exposure to a pathogen or harmful agent.

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Cellular Adaptations to Stress

Give an example of metaplasia due to gastric acid reflux.

Columnar metaplasia.

p.2
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What is the third step in the development of disease following the incubation period?

Prodromal stage where early symptoms appear.

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Types of Necrosis

什么是脂肪坏死?

脂肪坏死是脂肪组织的坏死,常见于急性胰腺炎。

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Cell Death Mechanisms

What is karyorrhexis?

Fragmentation of the pyknotic nucleus.

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Intracellular Accumulations

What are foam cells?

Foam cells are macrophages that have ingested large amounts of cholesterol.

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Cellular Adaptations to Stress

In which types of cells does hypertrophy typically occur?

Nondividing cells such as heart and skeletal muscle cells.

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Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

How does cell size differ between necrosis and apoptosis?

In necrosis, the cell size is enlarged (swelling), whereas in apoptosis, the cell size is reduced (shrinkage).

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Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

What is apoptosis?

Apoptosis is individual cell death that may be physiological or pathological, characterized by enzymatic degradation of proteins and DNA, initiated by caspases, and the recognition and removal of dead cells by phagocytes.

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Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

What happens to cellular contents in necrosis?

Cellular contents undergo enzymatic digestion in necrosis.

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Reversible Cell Injury

What is reversible cell injury?

Reversible cell injury is a type of cellular damage that can be repaired if the stressor is removed, allowing the cell to return to its normal state.

p.18
Cell Death Mechanisms

What is apoptosis?

A pathway of cell death in which cells activate enzymes that degrade the cells’ own nuclear DNA and nuclear and cytoplasmic proteins.

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Intracellular Accumulations

What is hyaline change?

An alteration within cells or in the extracellular space that gives a homogeneous, glassy, pink appearance.

p.49
Cellular Aging

What are the main causes of cellular aging?

Genetic abnormalities and the accumulation of cellular and molecular damage due to exposure to exogenous influences.

p.33
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is atrophy?

A decrease in the size of cells.

p.22
Cell Death Mechanisms

Is necroptosis caspase-dependent?

No, necroptosis is caspase-independent but dependent on signaling by the RIPK1 and RIPK3 complex.

p.44
Intracellular Accumulations

Does hyaline change refer to a specific substance?

No, it refers to a morphological description, not a specific substance.

p.47
Pathologic Calcification

What is a psammoma body?

A round collection of calcium commonly seen in certain types of tumors.

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Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What are the methods used to observe cell injury and death?

Electron microscopy, optical microscopy of pathological sections, and observing cell function and tissue damage with the naked eye.

p.46
Intracellular Accumulations

What is melanin?

An endogenous pigment found in the skin.

p.25
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What are the consequences of protein denaturation in cells?

It can lead to loss of enzyme activity and other cellular dysfunctions.

p.15
Types of Necrosis

In which condition is caseous necrosis most often encountered?

In foci of tuberculous infection.

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Intracellular Accumulations

What is ferritin and where does it accumulate?

Ferritin is an iron-storage protein that accumulates in areas of red blood cell hemorrhage.

p.17
Types of Necrosis

什么是凝固性坏死?

凝固性坏死是细胞蛋白质变性和凝固的结果,常见于心脏、肾脏和脾脏。

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Intracellular Accumulations

What is one of the manifestations of metabolic derangements in cells?

Intracellular accumulation.

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Intracellular Accumulations

What are Russell bodies in plasma cells?

They are accumulations of excessive amounts of normal secretory protein.

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Cell Death Mechanisms

What are the major forms of cell death discussed in the review by Cell Biol Int (2019)?

Apoptosis, necrosis, and autophagy.

p.43
Intracellular Accumulations

What is amyloidosis an example of?

Aggregation of abnormally folded proteins.

p.11
Types of Necrosis

What are the patterns of tissue necrosis based on?

They are morphologically distinct and depend on the underlying cause.

p.35
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What are examples of physiologic hypertrophy?

Uterus during pregnancy and bodybuilders.

p.35
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What causes the increase in cell size during hypertrophy?

The increase in cell size is due to the increased synthesis of proteins.

p.37
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What are common causes of pathologic atrophy?

Decreased workload (disuse atrophy), loss of innervation (denervation atrophy), diminished blood supply (ischemia), inadequate nutrition, loss of endocrine stimulation, and pressure.

p.12
Types of Necrosis

Which organ is an exception to ischemia-induced coagulative necrosis?

The brain.

p.37
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

How does loss of endocrine stimulation cause atrophy?

Loss of endocrine stimulation can lead to atrophy as hormones are necessary for the maintenance of certain tissues.

p.4
Overview of Cellular Responses to Stress

What are the two types of inflammation mentioned?

Mild inflammation and severe inflammation

p.30
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What cellular dysfunction is associated with damage leading to necrosis?

Mitochondrial dysfunction.

p.21
Cell Death Mechanisms

What is the first stage in the 3-2-3 mechanism of apoptosis?

The regulation stage.

p.45
Intracellular Accumulations

What are examples of exogenous pigments?

Carbon (coal dust), anthracosis, tattooing.

p.21
Cell Death Mechanisms

What happens during the second stage of the 3-2-3 mechanism of apoptosis?

Cytochrome C is released.

p.38
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What causes decreased protein synthesis in atrophy?

Reduced metabolic activity.

p.9
Reversible Cell Injury

What are some plasma membrane alterations observed in reversible cell injury?

Blebbing, blunting, and distortion of microvilli.

p.21
Cell Death Mechanisms

What is a characteristic of the cell membrane during apoptosis?

The cell membrane remains intact.

p.7
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What are the two phenomena that characterize the irreversibility of cell injury?

1. Inability to reverse mitochondrial dysfunction 2. Profound disturbances in membrane function

p.13
Types of Necrosis

What is the dominant process in liquefactive necrosis?

Enzyme digestion.

p.45
Intracellular Accumulations

What is the significance of tattooing in the context of exogenous pigments?

Tattooing introduces exogenous pigments into the skin.

p.27
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What are reactive oxygen species (ROS)?

Oxygen-derived free radicals.

p.25
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What are hypoxia and ischemia?

Hypoxia is a deficiency in the amount of oxygen reaching tissues, while ischemia is an inadequate blood supply to an organ or part of the body.

p.27
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What is oxidative stress?

A condition where the production of ROS exceeds the cell's ability to remove them.

p.29
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What can cause the accumulation of misfolded proteins in a cell?

An increase in the production of misfolded proteins or a reduction in the ability to eliminate them.

p.14
Types of Necrosis

What is dry gangrene?

Dry gangrene appears as black, shriveled tissue and is less associated with bacterial infection compared to wet gangrene.

p.13
Types of Necrosis

What happens to the cellular and tissue architecture in liquefactive necrosis?

The cellular and tissue architecture disappears.

p.29
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

How can protein misfolding within cells cause diseases?

By creating a deficiency of an essential protein or by inducing apoptosis.

p.15
Types of Necrosis

What is caseous necrosis?

A special form of coagulative necrosis with limited liquefaction.

p.13
Types of Necrosis

What is an example of a condition that can result in liquefactive necrosis?

Conditions like abscesses or acne (pustules).

p.39
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What can persistent metaplasia lead to?

Malignant transformation in metaplastic epithelium.

p.46
Intracellular Accumulations

What condition is associated with the accumulation of hemosiderin?

Hemosiderosis.

p.40
Intracellular Accumulations

What is steatosis?

Steatosis is the accumulation of fat within cells, also known as fatty change.

p.11
Cell Death Mechanisms

What are the consequences of severe cell injury?

Denaturation of cellular proteins, leakage of cellular contents through damaged membranes, local inflammation, and enzymatic digestion of the lethally injured cell.

p.40
Intracellular Accumulations

What are the two types of pigments involved in intracellular accumulation?

Exogenous and Endogenous pigments.

p.34
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What are the two types of tissue turnover that adult stem cells can maintain?

High turnover (e.g., skin and GI tract) and low turnover (e.g., heart and brain).

p.54
Types of Necrosis

What happens to fat during fat necrosis?

Fat degrades to glycerol and free fatty acids.

p.22
Cell Death Mechanisms

What triggers necroptosis?

Necroptosis is triggered by the ligation of TNFR1 and viral proteins of RNA and DNA viruses.

p.9
Reversible Cell Injury

What mitochondrial changes occur during reversible cell injury?

Swelling and the appearance of phospholipid-rich amorphous densities.

p.7
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What is one key indicator of irreversible cell injury related to mitochondria?

Inability to reverse mitochondrial dysfunction

p.48
Pathologic Calcification

What is metastatic calcification?

Metastatic calcification is the deposition of calcium salts in normal tissues due to hypercalcemia.

p.9
Reversible Cell Injury

What are myelin figures and how are they related to reversible cell injury?

Myelin figures are collections of phospholipids derived from damaged cellular membranes.

p.36
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is hyperplasia?

An increase in the number of cells in an organ or tissue in response to a stimulus.

p.20
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

What structures form as a result of apoptosis at the molecular level?

Cytoplasmic buds and membrane-bound apoptotic bodies.

p.8
Reversible Cell Injury

What is cellular swelling in the context of reversible cell injury?

Cellular swelling, also known as hydropic change or vacuolar degeneration, is a type of reversible cell injury.

p.36
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What drives the mechanisms of hyperplasia?

Growth factor-driven proliferation of mature cells and increased output of new cells from tissue stem cells.

p.8
Reversible Cell Injury

What happens to the brush border during reversible cell injury?

The brush border initially remains clear but may disappear as the injury progresses.

p.11
Cell Death Mechanisms

What causes increased eosinophilia in necrotic cells?

Loss of RNA.

p.41
Intracellular Accumulations

Name other organs where lipid accumulation may occur.

Heart, skeletal muscle, kidney.

p.43
Intracellular Accumulations

What are examples of cytoskeletal protein accumulations?

Alcoholic hyaline (keratin) and neurofibrillary tangles in Alzheimer disease (neurofilament).

p.41
Intracellular Accumulations

Which major classes of lipids can accumulate in cells?

Triglycerides, cholesterol/cholesterol esters, and phospholipids.

p.35
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What are examples of pathologic hypertrophy?

Myocardial hypertrophy and chronic hemodynamic overload resulting from either hypertension or a faulty valve.

p.37
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is physiologic atrophy and give examples?

Physiologic atrophy is the shrinkage of cells due to aging, such as in the breast and uterus.

p.51
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What are some mechanisms of cell injury?

Hypoxia and ischemia leading to ATP depletion, ischemia-reperfusion injury, oxidative stress, protein misfolding, DNA damage, mitochondrial dysfunction, and membrane damage.

p.3
Pathologic Calcification

What is pathologic calcification?

Pathologic calcification is the abnormal deposition of calcium salts in tissues, which can be dystrophic (occurring in dead or dying tissues) or metastatic (occurring in normal tissues due to hypercalcemia).

p.31
Types of Necrosis

在 necrosis 過程中,粒線體會發生什麼變化?

粒線體會損壞,細胞膜和細胞器膜(包括粒線體膜)會破裂和滲漏,粒線體會腫脹、斷裂,最終導致細胞內容物的釋放。

p.31
Cell Death Mechanisms

粒線體在細胞死亡過程中扮演什麼角色?

粒線體是細胞能量代謝的關鍵,其功能的改變可誘導細胞凋亡,並由 Bcl-2 家族蛋白調控粒線體膜的完整性和對凋亡信號的反應。

p.22
Cell Death Mechanisms

What is necroptosis?

Necroptosis is a form of programmed cell death that resembles necrosis morphologically and apoptosis mechanistically.

p.18
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

What happens to the cell membrane during apoptosis?

The cell membrane structure is maintained during cell death.

p.14
Types of Necrosis

What is gangrenous necrosis?

It is not a distinctive pattern but rather ischemic coagulative necrosis, frequently of a limb, especially common in diabetes.

p.38
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is senile atrophy?

Atrophy that occurs due to aging.

p.52
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What are cellular adaptations?

Reversible changes in the size, number, phenotype, or functions of cells in response to changes in their environment.

p.14
Types of Necrosis

What is wet gangrene?

Wet gangrene is gangrenous necrosis with a bacterial infection, considered a severe form of coagulative necrosis.

p.47
Pathologic Calcification

What can cause dystrophic calcification?

Poor nutritional status or degenerative changes leading to mineral deposition.

p.20
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

What happens to DNA at the molecular level during apoptosis?

Fragmentation of DNA.

p.24
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What factors influence the consequences of an injurious stimulus on a cell?

The type of cell, its metabolic state, adaptability, and genetic makeup.

p.24
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What results from functional and biochemical abnormalities in essential cellular components?

Cell injury.

p.50
Cellular Aging

What role do telomeres play in the replicative senescence of cells?

Telomeres protect the ends of chromosomes and shorten with each cell division, eventually leading to replicative senescence when they become too short.

p.6
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What is the most common cause of hypoxia?

Ischemia.

p.17
Types of Necrosis

什么是液化性坏死?

液化性坏死是组织被消化酶液化,常见于脑组织和脓肿。

p.6
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What types of agents can cause cell injury through infection?

Infectious agents.

p.2
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What is the final step in the development of disease?

Convalescence or recovery period where symptoms decline and health is restored.

p.17
Types of Necrosis

什么是湿性坏疽?

湿性坏疽是由于细菌感染引起的坏死,常见于四肢和肠道。

p.51
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What happens when cells are stressed beyond their tolerance?

Cell injury, which can be reversible or irreversible.

p.51
Types of Necrosis

What are the specific patterns of necrosis?

Coagulative, liquefactive, gangrenous, caseous, fat, and fibrinoid.

p.35
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is the ultimate result of hypertrophy in terms of protein synthesis?

Increased protein synthesis.

p.3
Cell Death Mechanisms

What are the two main types of cell death?

The two main types of cell death are apoptosis and necrosis.

p.19
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What causes the involution of hormone-dependent tissues?

Decreased hormone levels lead to reduced survival signals, causing apoptosis.

p.31
Types of Necrosis

在 necrosis 中,粒線體的損壞是由什麼因素導致的?

外部因素如創傷、毒素或缺氧。

p.13
Types of Necrosis

What type of hypoxic death is associated with liquefactive necrosis?

Hypoxic death in the brain (brain infarct).

p.25
Reversible Cell Injury

What is the effect of pH accumulation in the cell?

It leads to cell swelling and loss of microvilli structure.

p.39
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

Which cell types are most commonly involved in metaplasia?

Columnar to squamous (Squamous metaplasia).

p.36
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What are the two types of physiologic hyperplasia?

Hormonal hyperplasia (e.g., breast at puberty and pregnancy) and compensatory hyperplasia (e.g., liver after partial resection).

p.15
Types of Necrosis

What is the gross appearance of caseous necrosis?

Cheesy, white, structureless, amorphous granular debris.

p.15
Types of Necrosis

What is a granuloma in the context of caseous necrosis?

A granuloma is an area of caseous necrosis enclosed within a distinctive inflammatory border.

p.2
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What occurs after exposure to a pathogen in the development of disease?

Incubation period where the pathogen begins to multiply.

p.41
Intracellular Accumulations

In which organ is lipid accumulation most often seen?

Liver.

p.43
Intracellular Accumulations

What can defective intracellular transport and secretion of critical proteins lead to?

Protein accumulation.

p.53
Cell Death Mechanisms

Which journal published an article in 2021 discussing the intricate connections and disease implications of cell death pathways?

The EMBO Journal.

p.35
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is hypertrophy?

An increase in the size of a cell.

p.26
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What can initiate new damage during reoxygenation in ischemia-reperfusion injury?

Increased generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS).

p.26
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What are the two main mechanisms that contribute to ischemia-reperfusion injury?

Increased generation of ROS during reoxygenation and increased inflammation.

p.10
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

What happens to the nucleus during apoptosis?

The nucleus fragments during apoptosis.

p.12
Types of Necrosis

What can cause coagulative necrosis in tissues supplied by a vessel?

Ischemia caused by obstruction in the vessel.

p.37
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

How can pressure lead to atrophy?

Persistent pressure on tissues can cause them to shrink, as seen in conditions affecting the kidney.

p.19
Cell Death Mechanisms

What is apoptosis?

Apoptosis is a mechanism of programmed cell death.

p.31
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

在 apoptosis 中,粒線體釋放的 SMAC 蛋白質有什麼作用?

中和細胞質中的 caspase 抑制劑。

p.11
Cell Death Mechanisms

What is the basis for blood tests that detect tissue-specific cellular injury?

Leakage of intracellular proteins.

p.43
Intracellular Accumulations

What are reabsorption droplets in proximal renal tubules an example of?

Protein accumulation.

p.50
Cellular Aging

How does telomerase activity affect the lifespan of a cell?

Increased telomerase activity can extend the lifespan of a cell by maintaining telomere length and delaying senescence.

p.41
Intracellular Accumulations

List some causes of lipid accumulation in cells.

Toxins, protein malnutrition, diabetes mellitus, obesity, anoxia, alcoholic abuse, and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.

p.6
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What nutritional imbalances can cause cell injury?

Protein-calorie insufficiency and vitamin deficiency.

p.26
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

How does inflammation contribute to ischemia-reperfusion injury?

Inflammation induced by ischemic injury may increase, leading to an influx of leukocytes and plasma proteins, and activation of the complement system.

p.10
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

What are the nuclear changes observed in necrosis?

The nucleus undergoes pyknosis, karyorrhexis, and karyolysis in necrosis.

p.51
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

What initiates apoptosis?

Caspases.

p.37
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is ischemia in the context of atrophy?

Atrophy caused by diminished blood supply.

p.3
Overview of Cellular Responses to Stress

What are the main topics covered in the overview of cellular responses to stress and noxious stimuli?

The main topics include reversible cell injury, cell death, mechanisms of cell injury, cellular adaptations to stress, intracellular accumulations, pathologic calcification, and cellular aging.

p.3
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What are cellular adaptations to stress?

Cellular adaptations to stress are changes that cells undergo in response to chronic stress, including hypertrophy, hyperplasia, atrophy, and metaplasia.

p.19
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What are some pathologic conditions that trigger apoptosis?

DNA damage, accumulation of misfolded proteins, and infections, especially certain viral infections.

p.15
Types of Necrosis

How does caseous necrosis affect tissue architecture?

It completely obliterates tissue architecture, making it cheese-like.

p.42
Intracellular Accumulations

Where does atherosclerosis occur?

In the intimal layer of the aorta and large arteries.

p.6
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What are some examples of immunologic reactions that can cause cell injury?

Hypersensitivity and autoimmune diseases.

p.41
Intracellular Accumulations

What is steatosis (fatty change)?

Abnormal accumulation of triglycerides within parenchymal cells.

p.17
Types of Necrosis

什么是干性坏疽?

干性坏疽是由于缺血引起的坏死,常见于四肢。

p.53
Cell Death Mechanisms

What is the therapeutic potential discussed in the Nature Reviews Drug Discovery (2023) article?

Targeting regulated non-apoptotic cell death.

p.37
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is atrophy?

Shrinkage in the size of a cell by the loss of cell substance.

p.26
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

How does the complement system affect ischemia-reperfusion injury?

Activation of the complement system can increase inflammation and cell injury.

p.37
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is denervation atrophy?

Atrophy caused by loss of innervation.

p.10
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

What is the role of necrosis in the body?

Necrosis is typically pathologic.

p.19
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

What are some physiologic conditions that trigger apoptosis?

During embryogenesis, turnover of proliferative tissues, involution of hormone-dependent tissues, decline of leukocyte numbers at the end of immune and inflammatory responses, and elimination of potentially harmful self-reactive lymphocytes.

p.31
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

在 apoptosis 過程中,粒線體會發生什麼變化?

粒線體膜的通透性增加,釋放出細胞色素 c 等蛋白質,並與 Apaf-1 和前體 caspase-9 結合形成凋亡體,啟動 caspase 級聯反應。

p.19
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

How do viral infections trigger apoptosis?

Viral proteins activate the mitochondrial pathway, and cytotoxic T lymphocytes kill infected cells by activating caspases.

p.17
Types of Necrosis

什么是干酪性坏死?

干酪性坏死是一种特殊类型的坏死,组织呈现奶酪样外观,常见于结核病。

p.11
Cell Death Mechanisms

What is pyknosis?

Nuclear shrinkage and increased basophilia.

p.42
Intracellular Accumulations

What is Niemann-Pick disease, type C?

A lysosomal storage disease characterized by the accumulation of cholesterol in multiple organs.

p.6
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What physical agents can cause cell injury?

Trauma, extreme temperatures, radiation, etc.

p.42
Intracellular Accumulations

What causes cholesterol to accumulate in Niemann-Pick disease, type C?

A mutation in the enzyme responsible for transporting cholesterol.

p.42
Intracellular Accumulations

What does the CID type of Niemann-Pick disease accumulate?

It accumulates cholesterol.

p.12
Types of Necrosis

What is the primary pattern in coagulative necrosis?

Denaturation.

p.10
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

Are cellular contents intact in apoptosis?

Yes, cellular contents remain intact in apoptosis.

p.26
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What role do leukocytes and plasma proteins play in ischemia-reperfusion injury?

Their influx contributes to the inflammation that exacerbates cell injury.

p.10
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

How is the plasma membrane affected in necrosis compared to apoptosis?

In necrosis, the plasma membrane is disrupted, while in apoptosis, it remains intact.

p.10
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

Is inflammation a common feature of necrosis or apoptosis?

Inflammation is frequent in necrosis but not in apoptosis.

p.3
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What are some common mechanisms of cell injury?

Common mechanisms of cell injury include hypoxia, chemical agents, infectious agents, immunologic reactions, genetic factors, nutritional imbalances, and physical agents.

p.31
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

在 apoptosis 中,粒線體釋放的蛋白質有哪些?

細胞色素 c 和 SMAC 等蛋白質。

p.31
Cell Death Mechanisms

Bcl-2 家族蛋白在細胞死亡過程中有什麼作用?

調控粒線體膜的完整性和對凋亡信號的反應。

p.37
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

How can inadequate nutrition lead to atrophy?

Inadequate nutrition can cause cells to shrink due to lack of necessary nutrients.

p.3
Cellular Aging

What is cellular aging?

Cellular aging refers to the progressive decline in cellular function and viability caused by genetic and environmental factors, leading to the aging of the organism.

p.19
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What role do BH3-only sensors play in apoptosis?

They activate proapoptotic proteins in response to DNA damage and accumulation of misfolded proteins.

p.3
Intracellular Accumulations

What are intracellular accumulations?

Intracellular accumulations are the build-up of substances that cells cannot immediately use or eliminate, which can be normal cellular constituents, abnormal substances, or pigments.

p.19
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What happens to leukocyte numbers at the end of immune and inflammatory responses?

They decline due to loss of survival signals as the stimulus for leukocyte activation is eliminated.

p.19
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

How does DNA damage lead to apoptosis?

DNA damage activates proapoptotic proteins by BH3-only sensors.

p.19
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

How does loss of growth factor signaling contribute to apoptosis?

Loss of growth factor signaling leads to apoptosis during embryogenesis and turnover of proliferative tissues.

p.19
Cell Death Mechanisms

How are potentially harmful self-reactive lymphocytes eliminated?

Strong recognition of self-antigens induces apoptosis by both the mitochondrial and death receptor pathways.

p.31
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

necrosis 和 apoptosis 在粒線體方面有什麼主要區別?

necrosis 導致粒線體的整體損壞,而 apoptosis 則引起粒線體釋放特定蛋白質,但粒線體本身並不會完全破壞。

p.54
Types of Necrosis

What happens to fat during fat necrosis?
A) It turns into muscle tissue
B) It degrades to glycerol and free fatty acids
C) It becomes fibrous tissue
D) It evaporates
E) It turns into bone

B) It degrades to glycerol and free fatty acids
Explanation: During fat necrosis, fat degrades to glycerol and free fatty acids.

p.2
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

Which step involves the study of the mechanisms through which a disease develops?
A) Etiology
B) Pathogenesis
C) Diagnosis
D) Prognosis
E) Treatment

B) Pathogenesis
Explanation: Pathogenesis is the step that involves studying the mechanisms through which a disease develops and progresses.

p.29
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What can the accumulation of misfolded proteins in a cell lead to?
A) Enhanced cell growth
B) Cell death by apoptosis
C) Increased protein synthesis
D) Improved cellular function
E) Enhanced immune response

B) Cell death by apoptosis
Explanation: The accumulation of misfolded proteins in a cell can stress compensatory pathways in the ER and lead to cell death by apoptosis.

p.4
Overview of Cellular Responses to Stress

What is a common cellular response to mild stress or noxious stimuli?
A) Severe inflammation
B) Apoptosis
C) Mild inflammation
D) Necrosis
E) Pathologic calcification

C) Mild inflammation
Explanation: Mild stress or noxious stimuli typically result in a mild inflammatory response, which is a common cellular reaction to such conditions.

p.26
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What paradoxical effect can occur when blood flow is restored to ischemic but viable tissues?
A) Complete recovery of the tissue
B) Decreased cell injury
C) Increased cell injury
D) No change in the tissue condition
E) Immediate tissue necrosis

C) Increased cell injury
Explanation: Under certain circumstances, the restoration of blood flow to ischemic but viable tissues can result in increased cell injury, a phenomenon known as ischemia-reperfusion injury.

p.7
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

Which of the following is NOT a method used to observe cell injury and death?
A) Electron microscopy
B) Optical microscopy
C) Pathological tissue sections
D) Direct observation with the naked eye
E) Enhanced cellular respiration

E) Enhanced cellular respiration
Explanation: Methods used to observe cell injury and death include electron microscopy, optical microscopy, pathological tissue sections, and direct observation with the naked eye. Enhanced cellular respiration is not a method of observation.

p.2
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What is the first step in the development of a disease?
A) Diagnosis
B) Prognosis
C) Etiology
D) Treatment
E) Recovery

C) Etiology
Explanation: The first step in the development of a disease is identifying its etiology, which refers to the cause or origin of the disease.

p.37
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

Which of the following is an example of physiologic atrophy?
A) Decreased workload
B) Loss of innervation
C) Aging (breast, uterus)
D) Diminished blood supply
E) Inadequate nutrition

C) Aging (breast, uterus)
Explanation: Physiologic atrophy occurs as a part of normal aging processes, such as the shrinkage of the breast and uterus.

p.26
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

How does inflammation contribute to ischemia-reperfusion injury?
A) By reducing leukocyte activity
B) By decreasing plasma protein levels
C) By increasing the influx of leukocytes and plasma proteins
D) By inhibiting the complement system
E) By promoting tissue regeneration

C) By increasing the influx of leukocytes and plasma proteins
Explanation: Inflammation induced by ischemic injury may increase ischemia-reperfusion injury by increasing the influx of leukocytes and plasma proteins.

p.34
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is the role of adult stem cells in maintaining tissues?
A) They only maintain tissues with high cell turnover
B) They only maintain tissues with low cell turnover
C) They maintain tissues with both high and low cell turnover
D) They do not play a role in tissue maintenance
E) They only maintain tissues during embryonic development

C) They maintain tissues with both high and low cell turnover
Explanation: Adult stem cells are capable of maintaining tissues with high cell turnover, such as the skin and GI tract, as well as tissues with low cell turnover, such as the heart and brain.

p.8
Reversible Cell Injury

What is fatty change in the context of reversible cell injury?
A) Accumulation of calcium deposits
B) Accumulation of lipid droplets
C) Loss of cellular membrane integrity
D) Increase in cellular size due to protein accumulation
E) Formation of fibrous tissue

B) Accumulation of lipid droplets
Explanation: Fatty change refers to the accumulation of lipid droplets within cells, which is a type of reversible cell injury.

p.34
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is hyperplasia?
A) Increase in cell size
B) Decrease in cell size
C) Increase in cell number
D) Decrease in cell number
E) Cell death

C) Increase in cell number
Explanation: Hyperplasia refers to the increase in the number of cells in a tissue or organ, often as an adaptive response to stress.

p.34
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is hypertrophy?
A) Increase in cell size
B) Decrease in cell size
C) Increase in cell number
D) Decrease in cell number
E) Cell death

A) Increase in cell size
Explanation: Hypertrophy refers to the increase in the size of cells, often as an adaptive response to stress.

p.4
Overview of Cellular Responses to Stress

What is a cellular response to severe stress or noxious stimuli?
A) Mild inflammation
B) Cellular adaptation
C) Severe inflammation
D) Intracellular accumulation
E) Cellular aging

C) Severe inflammation
Explanation: Severe stress or noxious stimuli can lead to a severe inflammatory response, which is a more intense reaction compared to mild inflammation.

p.26
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

Which of the following mechanisms can initiate new damage during reoxygenation in ischemia-reperfusion injury?
A) Decreased generation of ROS
B) Increased generation of ROS
C) Decreased inflammation
D) Reduced influx of leukocytes
E) Inhibition of the complement system

B) Increased generation of ROS
Explanation: New damage during reoxygenation in ischemia-reperfusion injury may be initiated by the increased generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS).

p.54
Types of Necrosis

What typically causes fat necrosis?
A) Bacterial infection
B) Viral infection
C) Release of activated pancreatic lipases
D) Physical trauma
E) Radiation exposure

C) Release of activated pancreatic lipases
Explanation: Fat necrosis typically results from the release of activated pancreatic lipases, which is often due to acute pancreatitis.

p.46
Intracellular Accumulations

Which pigment is responsible for skin color?
A) Lipofuscin
B) Hemosiderin
C) Melanin
D) Ferritin
E) Hemoglobin

C) Melanin
Explanation: Melanin is the pigment responsible for skin color, produced by cells called melanocytes.

p.40
Intracellular Accumulations

What type of intracellular accumulation involves cholesterol and cholesterol esters?
A) Glycogen
B) Proteins
C) Hyaline change
D) Lipids
E) Pigments

D) Lipids
Explanation: Cholesterol and cholesterol esters are types of lipid accumulations within cells, which can lead to various metabolic derangements.

p.44
Intracellular Accumulations

What is hyaline change characterized by?
A) A rough, granular appearance
B) A homogeneous, glassy, pink appearance
C) A dark, opaque appearance
D) A clear, watery appearance
E) A fibrous, white appearance

B) A homogeneous, glassy, pink appearance
Explanation: Hyaline change is characterized by a homogeneous, glassy, pink appearance within cells or in the extracellular space.

p.44
Intracellular Accumulations

What type of accumulation is associated with intracellular hyaline change?
A) Lipid accumulation
B) Protein accumulation
C) Carbohydrate accumulation
D) Nucleic acid accumulation
E) Mineral accumulation

B) Protein accumulation
Explanation: Intracellular hyaline change is associated with the accumulation of proteins within cells.

p.50
Cellular Aging

What is the consequence of critically short telomeres in cells?
A) Increased cell division
B) Enhanced DNA replication
C) Cell cycle arrest and senescence
D) Increased protein synthesis
E) Enhanced cellular repair mechanisms

C) Cell cycle arrest and senescence
Explanation: When telomeres become critically short, they can no longer protect chromosome ends, leading to cell cycle arrest and cellular senescence, which is a state where cells stop dividing and enter a state of permanent growth arrest.

p.8
Reversible Cell Injury

What is the defining characteristic of reversible cell injury?
A) Permanent damage to cell function
B) Irreversible morphological changes
C) Return to normal function if the damaging stimulus is removed
D) Complete cell death
E) Formation of scar tissue

C) Return to normal function if the damaging stimulus is removed
Explanation: Reversible cell injury is characterized by the potential for the injured cells to return to normal function and morphology if the damaging stimulus is removed.

p.54
Types of Necrosis

Which condition is most commonly associated with fat necrosis?
A) Chronic bronchitis
B) Acute pancreatitis
C) Osteoporosis
D) Rheumatoid arthritis
E) Alzheimer's disease

B) Acute pancreatitis
Explanation: Fat necrosis is typically associated with acute pancreatitis, which leads to the release of activated pancreatic lipases.

p.37
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is atrophy?
A) Increase in cell size
B) Shrinkage in the size of a cell by the loss of cell substance
C) Increase in the number of cells
D) Change in cell type
E) Formation of new cells

B) Shrinkage in the size of a cell by the loss of cell substance
Explanation: Atrophy is defined as the shrinkage in the size of a cell due to the loss of cell substance, which can occur under various physiological and pathological conditions.

p.8
Reversible Cell Injury

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of reversible cell injury?
A) Cellular swelling
B) Fatty change
C) Return to normal function if the stimulus is removed
D) Permanent loss of cell function
E) Vacuolar degeneration

D) Permanent loss of cell function
Explanation: Reversible cell injury is characterized by changes that can be reversed if the damaging stimulus is removed, and does not involve permanent loss of cell function.

p.36
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

Which mechanism is involved in hyperplasia?
A) Decreased cell proliferation
B) Increased cell death
C) Growth factor-driven proliferation of mature cells
D) Decreased output of new cells from tissue stem cells
E) Inhibition of cell division

C) Growth factor-driven proliferation of mature cells
Explanation: Hyperplasia results from growth factor-driven proliferation of mature cells and increased output of new cells from tissue stem cells.

p.43
Intracellular Accumulations

What type of protein accumulation is associated with Alzheimer disease?
A) Russell bodies
B) Amyloidosis
C) Alcoholic hyaline
D) Neurofibrillary tangles
E) Reabsorption droplets

D) Neurofibrillary tangles
Explanation: Neurofibrillary tangles, which are accumulations of neurofilament proteins, are associated with Alzheimer disease.

p.14
Types of Necrosis

What characterizes wet gangrene?
A) Absence of bacterial infection
B) Presence of bacterial infection
C) Dry and shriveled appearance
D) Formation of cysts
E) Rapid cell regeneration

B) Presence of bacterial infection
Explanation: Wet gangrene is characterized by a bacterial infection, which makes it more severe compared to dry gangrene.

p.26
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What role does the complement system play in ischemia-reperfusion injury?
A) It reduces cell injury
B) It activates tissue repair mechanisms
C) It increases cell injury
D) It inhibits leukocyte influx
E) It decreases ROS generation

C) It increases cell injury
Explanation: The activation of the complement system during ischemia-reperfusion injury can contribute to increased cell injury.

p.54
Types of Necrosis

What is fat saponification?
A) The process of fat turning into muscle
B) The binding of free fatty acids to calcium
C) The conversion of fat into sugar
D) The evaporation of fat
E) The transformation of fat into fibrous tissue

B) The binding of free fatty acids to calcium
Explanation: Fat saponification is the process where free fatty acids bind to calcium, often seen in fat necrosis.

p.46
Intracellular Accumulations

What condition is associated with the accumulation of Hemosiderin?
A) Osteoporosis
B) Hemosiderosis
C) Melanosis
D) Lipofuscinosis
E) Hemophilia

B) Hemosiderosis
Explanation: Hemosiderosis is a condition characterized by the excessive accumulation of hemosiderin, often due to bleeding or iron metabolism disorders.

p.38
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

Which pathway is involved in increased protein degradation in cells during atrophy?
A) Lysosomal pathway
B) Ubiquitin-proteasome pathway
C) Autophagy-lysosome pathway
D) Mitochondrial pathway
E) Endoplasmic reticulum pathway

B) Ubiquitin-proteasome pathway
Explanation: The ubiquitin-proteasome pathway is a key mechanism for increased protein degradation in cells undergoing atrophy.

p.38
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What process often accompanies increased protein degradation in atrophy?
A) Decreased autophagy
B) Increased autophagy
C) Increased cell division
D) Decreased metabolic activity
E) Increased protein synthesis

B) Increased autophagy
Explanation: Increased autophagy often accompanies increased protein degradation in atrophy, helping to remove damaged proteins and organelles.

p.40
Intracellular Accumulations

Which of the following is an example of endogenous pigment accumulation?
A) Lipids
B) Glycogen
C) Hyaline change
D) Melanin
E) Cholesterol

D) Melanin
Explanation: Melanin is an example of an endogenous pigment that can accumulate within cells, affecting their function and appearance.

p.42
Intracellular Accumulations

What is the primary location for xanthomas?
A) In the liver
B) In the subepithelial connective tissue of skin
C) In the brain
D) In the lungs
E) In the kidneys

B) In the subepithelial connective tissue of skin
Explanation: Xanthomas are characterized by the deposition of cholesterol in the subepithelial connective tissue of the skin, often presenting as yellowish nodules.

p.32
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

Which membrane is crucial in the context of membrane damage and cellular injury?
A) Endoplasmic reticulum membrane
B) Plasma membrane
C) Golgi apparatus membrane
D) Nuclear membrane
E) Peroxisomal membrane

B) Plasma membrane
Explanation: The plasma membrane is a critical site of membrane damage, as it plays a key role in maintaining cellular integrity and homeostasis.

p.21
Cell Death Mechanisms

What is the role of cytochrome C in apoptosis?
A) It repairs DNA
B) It triggers the release of ATP
C) It activates caspases
D) It causes cell swelling
E) It degrades proteins

C) It activates caspases
Explanation: Cytochrome C plays a critical role in apoptosis by activating caspases, which are enzymes that carry out the cell death process.

p.35
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

Which of the following is an example of physiologic hypertrophy?
A) Myocardial hypertrophy
B) Uterus during pregnancy
C) Chronic hemodynamic overload
D) Faulty valve-induced hypertrophy
E) Hypertension-induced hypertrophy

B) Uterus during pregnancy
Explanation: Physiologic hypertrophy occurs as a normal response to stimuli, such as the enlargement of the uterus during pregnancy or muscle growth in bodybuilders.

p.22
Cell Death Mechanisms

What triggers necroptosis?
A) Ligation of TNFR1 and viral proteins of RNA and DNA viruses
B) Lack of oxygen
C) Excessive nutrient supply
D) High levels of glucose
E) UV radiation

A) Ligation of TNFR1 and viral proteins of RNA and DNA viruses
Explanation: Necroptosis is triggered by the ligation of TNFR1 and viral proteins of RNA and DNA viruses.

p.25
Reversible Cell Injury

What happens to proteins in cells affected by hypoxia and ischemia?
A) They increase in number
B) They undergo denaturation
C) They become more active
D) They decrease in number
E) They remain unchanged

B) They undergo denaturation
Explanation: Proteins in cells affected by hypoxia and ischemia undergo denaturation, which affects their function.

p.34
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

Which of the following is an example of a tissue with high cell turnover maintained by adult stem cells?
A) Heart
B) Brain
C) Skin
D) Liver
E) Kidney

C) Skin
Explanation: The skin is an example of a tissue with high cell turnover that is maintained by adult stem cells.

p.54
Types of Necrosis

What are focal areas of fat destruction known as?
A) Fat embolism
B) Fat necrosis
C) Fat hypertrophy
D) Fat atrophy
E) Fat fibrosis

B) Fat necrosis
Explanation: Focal areas of fat destruction are known as fat necrosis.

p.50
Cellular Aging

What happens to telomeres as cells undergo replicative senescence?
A) They lengthen
B) They remain unchanged
C) They shorten
D) They become more active
E) They fuse with other chromosomes

C) They shorten
Explanation: As cells undergo replicative senescence, telomeres progressively shorten with each cell division until they reach a critical length, leading to cell cycle arrest and eventual cellular aging.

p.50
Cellular Aging

Which enzyme is responsible for maintaining telomere length?
A) DNA polymerase
B) RNA polymerase
C) Telomerase
D) Ligase
E) Helicase

C) Telomerase
Explanation: Telomerase is the enzyme responsible for adding nucleotide sequences to the ends of telomeres, thereby maintaining their length and allowing cells to continue dividing.

p.20
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

At the molecular level, what happens to DNA during apoptosis?
A) DNA synthesis increases
B) DNA remains intact
C) DNA fragments
D) DNA fuses
E) DNA elongates

C) DNA fragments
Explanation: During apoptosis, DNA undergoes fragmentation, which is a crucial molecular event in the apoptotic process.

p.21
Cell Death Mechanisms

Which molecule's release is crucial for the regulation of apoptosis?
A) ATP
B) Cytochrome C
C) Glucose
D) Sodium ions
E) Potassium ions

B) Cytochrome C
Explanation: The release of cytochrome C from the mitochondria is crucial for the regulation of apoptosis, as it activates downstream caspases that execute the cell death program.

p.33
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What are cellular adaptations?
A) Irreversible changes in cell structure
B) Reversible changes in the number, size, phenotype, metabolic activity, or functions of cells
C) Permanent changes in cell function
D) Changes that lead to cell death
E) Changes that only occur during development

B) Reversible changes in the number, size, phenotype, metabolic activity, or functions of cells
Explanation: Cellular adaptations are reversible changes that occur in response to changes in the environment, affecting the number, size, phenotype, metabolic activity, or functions of cells.

p.41
Intracellular Accumulations

In which organ is lipid accumulation most often seen?
A) Heart
B) Liver
C) Kidney
D) Skeletal muscle
E) Lungs

B) Liver
Explanation: Lipid accumulation is most often seen in the liver, although it can also occur in other organs such as the heart, skeletal muscle, and kidney.

p.48
Pathologic Calcification

What is nephrocalcinosis?
A) Calcification in the liver
B) Calcification in the brain
C) Calcification in the kidneys
D) Calcification in the heart
E) Calcification in the lungs

C) Calcification in the kidneys
Explanation: Nephrocalcinosis refers to the calcification that occurs in the kidneys, which is a specific manifestation of metastatic calcification.

p.51
Types of Necrosis

Which of the following is NOT a specific pattern of necrosis?
A) Coagulative
B) Liquefactive
C) Gangrenous
D) Apoptotic
E) Caseous

D) Apoptotic
Explanation: Apoptosis is a form of individual cell death and is not a specific pattern of necrosis. The specific patterns of necrosis include coagulative, liquefactive, gangrenous, caseous, fat, and fibrinoid.

p.23
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

Which of the following diseases may involve autophagy?
A) Cardiovascular disease
B) Diabetes
C) Neurodegenerative disorders
D) Hypertension
E) Osteoporosis

C) Neurodegenerative disorders
Explanation: Autophagy may play a role in various diseases, including cancer, neurodegenerative disorders, infectious diseases, and inflammatory bowel disease.

p.51
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

Which of the following is NOT a mechanism of cell injury?
A) Hypoxia and ischemia
B) ATP depletion
C) Protein misfolding
D) Increased cell proliferation
E) Mitochondrial dysfunction

D) Increased cell proliferation
Explanation: Mechanisms of cell injury include hypoxia and ischemia leading to ATP depletion, ischemia-reperfusion injury, oxidative stress, protein misfolding, DNA damage, mitochondrial dysfunction, and membrane damage. Increased cell proliferation is not a mechanism of cell injury.

p.16
Types of Necrosis

What type of necrosis is usually seen in immune reactions involving blood vessels?
A) Coagulative necrosis
B) Liquefactive necrosis
C) Caseous necrosis
D) Fibrinoid necrosis
E) Fat necrosis

D) Fibrinoid necrosis
Explanation: Fibrinoid necrosis is typically observed in immune reactions involving blood vessels, where immune complexes (Ag-Ab complexes) deposit in the vessel walls, forming fibrin-like protein deposits.

p.40
Intracellular Accumulations

Which of the following is a type of lipid accumulation in cells?
A) Hyaline change
B) Glycogen
C) Steatosis
D) Pigments
E) Proteins

C) Steatosis
Explanation: Steatosis, also known as fatty change, is a type of lipid accumulation in cells, where excess fat builds up within the cell.

p.50
Cellular Aging

How does telomerase contribute to cellular longevity?
A) By shortening telomeres
B) By repairing DNA damage
C) By lengthening telomeres
D) By increasing protein synthesis
E) By promoting cell death

C) By lengthening telomeres
Explanation: Telomerase is an enzyme that adds nucleotide sequences to the ends of telomeres, thereby lengthening them and allowing cells to divide more times than they would otherwise, contributing to cellular longevity.

p.20
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

Which of the following is a morphological characteristic of apoptosis observed under HE staining?
A) Cell swelling
B) Cell shrinkage
C) Chromatin dispersion
D) Cytoplasmic expansion
E) Nuclear enlargement

B) Cell shrinkage
Explanation: Under HE (Hematoxylin and Eosin) staining, one of the morphological characteristics of apoptosis is cell shrinkage, which is a distinct feature differentiating it from necrosis.

p.37
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

Which of the following is NOT a common cause of pathologic atrophy?
A) Decreased workload
B) Loss of innervation
C) Increased workload
D) Diminished blood supply
E) Inadequate nutrition

C) Increased workload
Explanation: Pathologic atrophy is commonly caused by decreased workload, loss of innervation, diminished blood supply, and inadequate nutrition, but not by increased workload.

p.37
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What type of atrophy is caused by immobilization of a limb?
A) Denervation atrophy
B) Ischemic atrophy
C) Disuse atrophy
D) Nutritional atrophy
E) Endocrine atrophy

C) Disuse atrophy
Explanation: Disuse atrophy occurs due to decreased workload, such as the immobilization of a limb, leading to shrinkage in cell size.

p.32
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

Which of the following is NOT one of the most important sites of membrane damage?
A) Mitochondrial membrane
B) Plasma membrane
C) Lysosomal membrane
D) Nuclear membrane
E) Endoplasmic reticulum membrane

D) Nuclear membrane
Explanation: The most important sites of membrane damage are the mitochondrial membrane, plasma membrane, and lysosomal membrane. The nuclear membrane is not listed among the most critical sites for membrane damage.

p.33
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What does metaplasia involve?
A) Increase in cell size
B) Increase in cell number
C) Decrease in cell size
D) Change in cell type
E) Decrease in cell number

D) Change in cell type
Explanation: Metaplasia is the reversible change in which one differentiated cell type is replaced by another cell type, often as an adaptive response to environmental changes.

p.35
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is hypertrophy?
A) Increase in the number of cells
B) Decrease in the size of a cell
C) Increase in the size of a cell
D) Decrease in the number of cells
E) Change in cell type

C) Increase in the size of a cell
Explanation: Hypertrophy refers to the increase in the size of a cell, which is a key characteristic distinguishing it from other cellular adaptations.

p.42
Intracellular Accumulations

What are foam cells?
A) Red blood cells
B) Macrophages that have ingested large amounts of cholesterol
C) Liver cells
D) Kidney cells
E) Neurons

B) Macrophages that have ingested large amounts of cholesterol
Explanation: Foam cells are macrophages that have ingested large amounts of cholesterol, often seen in conditions like atherosclerosis and cholesterolosis.

p.15
Types of Necrosis

What is a granuloma in the context of caseous necrosis?
A) A type of cell
B) A form of tissue repair
C) A distinctive inflammatory border enclosing the necrotic area
D) A type of necrosis
E) A blood clot

C) A distinctive inflammatory border enclosing the necrotic area
Explanation: In caseous necrosis, a granuloma refers to the distinctive inflammatory border that encloses the necrotic area, often seen in tuberculous infections.

p.48
Pathologic Calcification

Which condition is associated with metastatic calcification?
A) Hypoparathyroidism
B) Hypercalcemia
C) Hypocalcemia
D) Hyperkalemia
E) Hypokalemia

B) Hypercalcemia
Explanation: Metastatic calcification is associated with hypercalcemia, which is an elevated level of calcium in the blood.

p.49
Cellular Aging

Which of the following is NOT a cause of cellular aging?
A) Genetic abnormalities
B) Accumulation of cellular and molecular damage
C) Exposure to exogenous influences
D) Increased cellular repair mechanisms
E) Progressive decline in cellular function

D) Increased cellular repair mechanisms
Explanation: Cellular aging is caused by genetic abnormalities, accumulation of cellular and molecular damage, and exposure to exogenous influences, not by increased cellular repair mechanisms.

p.25
Reversible Cell Injury

What morphological change occurs in cells due to hypoxia and ischemia?
A) Increased microvilli
B) Loss of microvilli
C) Enhanced protein synthesis
D) Decreased water content
E) Increased enzyme activity

B) Loss of microvilli
Explanation: Hypoxia and ischemia cause cells to lose their microvilli, which is a notable morphological change.

p.25
Reversible Cell Injury

What accumulates inside cells during hypoxia and ischemia, leading to swelling?
A) Proteins
B) Lipids
C) Water
D) Carbohydrates
E) Nucleic acids

C) Water
Explanation: During hypoxia and ischemia, water accumulates inside the cells, causing them to swell.

p.2
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What is the term for the identification of a disease based on its signs and symptoms?
A) Etiology
B) Pathogenesis
C) Diagnosis
D) Prognosis
E) Treatment

C) Diagnosis
Explanation: Diagnosis is the process of identifying a disease based on its signs and symptoms, which is crucial for determining the appropriate treatment.

p.29
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What can cause the accumulation of misfolded proteins in the ER?
A) Increased production of properly folded proteins
B) Decreased production of misfolded proteins
C) Increased production of misfolded proteins or reduced ability to eliminate them
D) Enhanced cellular repair mechanisms
E) Increased cellular energy levels

C) Increased production of misfolded proteins or reduced ability to eliminate them
Explanation: The accumulation of misfolded proteins can be caused by an increase in their production or a reduced ability to eliminate them.

p.29
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

How can protein misfolding within cells cause diseases?
A) By enhancing cellular metabolism
B) By creating a deficiency of an essential protein or inducing apoptosis
C) By improving protein synthesis
D) By increasing cellular energy levels
E) By enhancing immune response

B) By creating a deficiency of an essential protein or inducing apoptosis
Explanation: Protein misfolding within cells may cause diseases by creating a deficiency of an essential protein or by inducing apoptosis.

p.44
Intracellular Accumulations

Which of the following is an example of extracellular hyaline change?
A) Lipid deposits in adipose tissue
B) Collagenous fibrous tissue
C) Calcium deposits in bones
D) Glycogen storage in liver cells
E) Iron deposits in the spleen

B) Collagenous fibrous tissue
Explanation: Extracellular hyaline change can occur in collagenous fibrous tissue, giving it a homogeneous, glassy, pink appearance.

p.42
Intracellular Accumulations

Where does atherosclerosis primarily occur?
A) In the liver
B) In the intimal layer of aorta and large arteries
C) In the kidneys
D) In the brain
E) In the lungs

B) In the intimal layer of aorta and large arteries
Explanation: Atherosclerosis is characterized by the accumulation of cholesterol and cholesterol esters in the intimal layer of the aorta and large arteries, leading to the formation of plaques.

p.32
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What is one of the most important sites of membrane damage?
A) Golgi apparatus membrane
B) Mitochondrial membrane
C) Ribosomal membrane
D) Peroxisomal membrane
E) Nuclear membrane

B) Mitochondrial membrane
Explanation: The mitochondrial membrane is one of the most important sites of membrane damage, which can significantly affect cellular function and viability.

p.21
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

What remains intact during the early stages of apoptosis?
A) DNA
B) Mitochondria
C) Cell membrane
D) Lysosomes
E) Endoplasmic reticulum

C) Cell membrane
Explanation: During the early stages of apoptosis, the cell membrane remains intact, which helps to prevent the release of cellular contents and inflammation.

p.35
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

Which type of cells typically undergo hypertrophy?
A) Dividing cells
B) Nondividing cells
C) Stem cells
D) Immune cells
E) Epithelial cells

B) Nondividing cells
Explanation: Hypertrophy commonly occurs in nondividing cells such as those in the heart and skeletal muscle, where an increase in cell size compensates for increased functional demand.

p.9
Reversible Cell Injury

What happens to the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) during reversible cell injury?
A) Blebbing
B) Clumping of chromatin
C) Formation of myelin figures
D) Dilation with detachment of polysomes
E) Swelling of mitochondria

D) Dilation with detachment of polysomes
Explanation: During reversible cell injury, the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) undergoes dilation and detachment of polysomes.

p.9
Reversible Cell Injury

Which nuclear alteration is associated with reversible cell injury?
A) Blebbing
B) Swelling of mitochondria
C) Clumping of chromatin
D) Detachment of polysomes
E) Formation of myelin figures

C) Clumping of chromatin
Explanation: Nuclear alterations in reversible cell injury include the clumping of chromatin.

p.9
Reversible Cell Injury

What are myelin figures in the context of reversible cell injury?
A) Blebbing of the plasma membrane
B) Swelling of mitochondria
C) Clumping of chromatin
D) Collections of phospholipids derived from damaged cellular membranes
E) Detachment of polysomes

D) Collections of phospholipids derived from damaged cellular membranes
Explanation: Myelin figures are collections of phospholipids derived from damaged cellular membranes observed in reversible cell injury.

p.23
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What is the role of autophagolysosome in autophagy?
A) It initiates the process of autophagy
B) It senses nutrient deprivation
C) It is the final structure where cellular components are degraded
D) It forms the phagophore
E) It synthesizes new proteins

C) It is the final structure where cellular components are degraded
Explanation: The autophagolysosome is the final structure in the autophagy process where the autophagosome fuses with lysosomes, leading to the degradation of cellular components.

p.7
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What are the two phenomena that characterize the irreversibility of cell injury?
A) Increased protein synthesis and cell proliferation
B) Enhanced DNA repair and cell growth
C) Inability to reverse mitochondrial dysfunction and profound disturbances in membrane function
D) Increased ATP production and enhanced membrane stability
E) Enhanced cellular respiration and increased nutrient uptake

C) Inability to reverse mitochondrial dysfunction and profound disturbances in membrane function
Explanation: Irreversibility of cell injury is characterized by the inability to reverse mitochondrial dysfunction and profound disturbances in membrane function, which are critical for cell survival.

p.46
Intracellular Accumulations

What is Lipofuscin commonly known as?
A) Aging pigment
B) Blood pigment
C) Skin pigment
D) Bone pigment
E) Muscle pigment

A) Aging pigment
Explanation: Lipofuscin is commonly referred to as the 'wear-and-tear' or aging pigment, indicating its association with the aging process.

p.16
Types of Necrosis

What is the characteristic appearance of the protein deposits in fibrinoid necrosis?
A) Granular
B) Fibrin-like
C) Crystalline
D) Amorphous
E) Fibrous

B) Fibrin-like
Explanation: The protein deposits in fibrinoid necrosis have a fibrin-like appearance, which is why this type of necrosis is named 'fibrinoid'.

p.36
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

Which of the following is an example of physiologic hyperplasia?
A) Endometrial hyperplasia
B) Breast enlargement at puberty and pregnancy
C) Prostate enlargement in older men
D) Formation of a scar
E) Tumor growth

B) Breast enlargement at puberty and pregnancy
Explanation: Physiologic hyperplasia includes hormonal hyperplasia, such as breast enlargement at puberty and during pregnancy, and compensatory hyperplasia, such as liver regeneration after partial resection.

p.36
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is a common cause of pathologic hyperplasia?
A) Decreased hormonal stimulation
B) Excessive hormonal or growth factor stimulation
C) Lack of nutrients
D) Physical injury
E) Genetic mutations

B) Excessive hormonal or growth factor stimulation
Explanation: Pathologic hyperplasia is often caused by excessive hormonal or growth factor stimulation, such as endometrial hyperplasia due to excessive estrogen use.

p.27
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What are free radicals?
A) Stable molecules
B) Extremely unstable molecules
C) Non-reactive molecules
D) Molecules that do not react with organic compounds
E) Molecules that do not react with inorganic compounds

B) Extremely unstable molecules
Explanation: Free radicals are extremely unstable and readily react with both inorganic and organic compounds, making them highly reactive species.

p.27
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What is a reactive oxygen species (ROS)?
A) A type of stable molecule
B) A type of oxygen-derived free radical
C) A type of non-reactive molecule
D) A type of enzyme
E) A type of protein

B) A type of oxygen-derived free radical
Explanation: Reactive oxygen species (ROS) are a type of oxygen-derived free radical, which are highly reactive and can cause cellular damage.

p.21
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

During apoptosis, what happens to the cell membrane?
A) It ruptures immediately
B) It remains intact
C) It becomes permeable to all molecules
D) It disintegrates
E) It forms vesicles

B) It remains intact
Explanation: During apoptosis, the cell membrane remains intact, which is a key feature distinguishing apoptosis from necrosis, where the cell membrane ruptures.

p.42
Intracellular Accumulations

Where does cholesterolosis occur?
A) In the liver
B) In the lamina propria of the gallbladder
C) In the brain
D) In the lungs
E) In the kidneys

B) In the lamina propria of the gallbladder
Explanation: Cholesterolosis is the accumulation of cholesterol in the lamina propria of the gallbladder, often leading to the formation of cholesterol-laden macrophages known as foam cells.

p.42
Intracellular Accumulations

What type of disease is Niemann-Pick disease, type C?
A) Cardiovascular disease
B) Lysosomal storage disease
C) Respiratory disease
D) Neurological disease
E) Autoimmune disease

B) Lysosomal storage disease
Explanation: Niemann-Pick disease, type C, is a lysosomal storage disease characterized by the accumulation of cholesterol and other lipids in various organs due to enzyme mutations.

p.48
Pathologic Calcification

Which tissues are commonly affected by metastatic calcification?
A) Liver and spleen
B) Brain and spinal cord
C) Interstitial tissues of the gastric mucosa, kidneys, lungs, systemic arteries, and pulmonary vein
D) Skin and muscles
E) Eyes and ears

C) Interstitial tissues of the gastric mucosa, kidneys, lungs, systemic arteries, and pulmonary vein
Explanation: Metastatic calcification can occur widely throughout the body, particularly in the interstitial tissues of the gastric mucosa, kidneys, lungs, systemic arteries, and pulmonary vein.

p.12
Types of Necrosis

How long can the basic structural outline of coagulated cells or tissues be preserved in coagulative necrosis?
A) Hours
B) Days or weeks
C) Months
D) Years
E) Indefinitely

B) Days or weeks
Explanation: In coagulative necrosis, the basic structural outline of the coagulated cell or tissue can be preserved for days or weeks.

p.52
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What are the types of cellular adaptations?
A) Hypertrophy, hyperplasia, atrophy, and metaplasia
B) Hypertrophy, hyperplasia, apoptosis, and necrosis
C) Hypertrophy, hyperplasia, calcification, and aging
D) Hypertrophy, hyperplasia, inflammation, and fibrosis
E) Hypertrophy, hyperplasia, necrosis, and calcification

A) Hypertrophy, hyperplasia, atrophy, and metaplasia
Explanation: The types of cellular adaptations include hypertrophy, hyperplasia, atrophy, and metaplasia, which are reversible changes in the size, number, phenotype, or functions of cells in response to environmental changes.

p.45
Intracellular Accumulations

What condition is caused by the inhalation and accumulation of excessive carbon in the lungs?
A) Silicosis
B) Anthracosis
C) Asbestosis
D) Tuberculosis
E) Emphysema

B) Anthracosis
Explanation: Anthracosis is a condition caused by the inhalation and accumulation of excessive carbon (coal dust) in the lungs, leading to black pigmentation and potential respiratory issues.

p.25
Reversible Cell Injury

What is the primary cause of cell swelling in hypoxia and ischemia?
A) Excessive protein synthesis
B) Increased water accumulation inside the cell
C) Decreased enzyme activity
D) Loss of microvilli
E) Protein denaturation

B) Increased water accumulation inside the cell
Explanation: In hypoxia and ischemia, there is a significant accumulation of water inside the cell, leading to cell swelling.

p.16
Types of Necrosis

What is deposited in the blood vessel walls during fibrinoid necrosis?
A) Lipids
B) Calcium
C) Ag-Ab complexes
D) Glycogen
E) Uric acid

C) Ag-Ab complexes
Explanation: During fibrinoid necrosis, antigen-antibody (Ag-Ab) complexes deposit in the blood vessel walls, leading to the formation of fibrin-like protein deposits.

p.38
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is one mechanism of atrophy involving decreased protein synthesis?
A) Increased metabolic activity
B) Reduced metabolic activity
C) Increased protein synthesis
D) Decreased autophagy
E) Increased cell proliferation

B) Reduced metabolic activity
Explanation: Decreased protein synthesis in atrophy is associated with reduced metabolic activity, which leads to the shrinkage of cells and tissues.

p.2
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

Which step involves predicting the likely course and outcome of a disease?
A) Etiology
B) Pathogenesis
C) Diagnosis
D) Prognosis
E) Treatment

D) Prognosis
Explanation: Prognosis involves predicting the likely course and outcome of a disease, helping to inform patients and guide treatment decisions.

p.2
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What is the final step in the development of a disease, focusing on managing and alleviating symptoms?
A) Etiology
B) Pathogenesis
C) Diagnosis
D) Prognosis
E) Treatment

E) Treatment
Explanation: Treatment is the final step in the development of a disease, focusing on managing and alleviating symptoms to improve the patient's quality of life.

p.33
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is hypertrophy?
A) Decrease in cell size
B) Increase in cell number
C) Increase in cell size
D) Change in cell type
E) Decrease in cell number

C) Increase in cell size
Explanation: Hypertrophy refers to the increase in the size of cells, which can lead to an increase in the size of the organ or tissue.

p.33
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What does hyperplasia refer to?
A) Increase in cell size
B) Decrease in cell size
C) Increase in cell number
D) Change in cell type
E) Decrease in cell number

C) Increase in cell number
Explanation: Hyperplasia is the increase in the number of cells in an organ or tissue, often in response to a stimulus.

p.20
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

What forms during apoptosis that eventually gets phagocytosed?
A) Necrotic tissue
B) Cytoplasmic vacuoles
C) Apoptotic bodies
D) Cellular debris
E) Inflammatory cells

C) Apoptotic bodies
Explanation: During apoptosis, cells form cytoplasmic buds that fragment into membrane-bound apoptotic bodies, which are then phagocytosed.

p.48
Pathologic Calcification

What is a characteristic of metastatic calcification?
A) Occurs only in damaged tissues
B) Occurs in normal tissues with hypercalcemia
C) Occurs only in the liver
D) Occurs only in the brain
E) Occurs only in the heart

B) Occurs in normal tissues with hypercalcemia
Explanation: Metastatic calcification can occur in normal tissues whenever there is hypercalcemia, which is an elevated level of calcium in the blood.

p.12
Types of Necrosis

Which organ is an exception to coagulative necrosis caused by ischemia?
A) Heart
B) Liver
C) Kidney
D) Brain
E) Lungs

D) Brain
Explanation: Ischemia caused by obstruction in a vessel may lead to coagulative necrosis of the supplied tissue in all organs except the brain.

p.22
Cell Death Mechanisms

What is necroptosis?
A) A form of necrosis
B) A form of apoptosis
C) A form of programmed cell death resembling necrosis morphologically and apoptosis mechanistically
D) A form of cell death dependent on caspases
E) A form of cell death independent of any signaling pathways

C) A form of programmed cell death resembling necrosis morphologically and apoptosis mechanistically
Explanation: Necroptosis is a unique form of programmed cell death that morphologically resembles necrosis but mechanistically resembles apoptosis.

p.47
Pathologic Calcification

What does dystrophic calcification indicate?
A) Healthy tissue growth
B) Abnormal tissue deposition of calcium salts
C) Calcium deficiency in the body
D) Normal metabolic process
E) Excessive calcium intake

B) Abnormal tissue deposition of calcium salts
Explanation: Dystrophic calcification indicates the abnormal deposition of calcium salts in damaged or necrotic tissues, often associated with conditions like atherosclerosis and damaged heart valves.

p.22
Cell Death Mechanisms

Which signaling complex is essential for necroptosis?
A) Caspase-3 and Caspase-7
B) RIPK1 and RIPK3
C) Bcl-2 and Bax
D) p53 and MDM2
E) NF-kB and IKK

B) RIPK1 and RIPK3
Explanation: Necroptosis is caspase-independent but dependent on signaling by the RIPK1 and RIPK3 complex.

p.5
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What does the term 'adapted myocardial cells' refer to?
A) Cells that have died
B) Cells that have undergone hypertrophy or other changes to cope with stress
C) Cells that are in a normal state
D) Cells that are irreversibly injured
E) Cells that are unaffected by any stress

B) Cells that have undergone hypertrophy or other changes to cope with stress
Explanation: Adapted myocardial cells refer to cells that have undergone changes such as hypertrophy to cope with increased stress or demand, allowing them to function under altered conditions.

p.52
Cellular Aging

What factors contribute to cellular aging?
A) Increased cellular division and enhanced DNA repair
B) Accumulating cellular damage, reduced capacity to divide, and reduced ability to repair damaged DNA
C) Enhanced nutrient absorption and improved metabolism
D) Increased protein synthesis and cellular regeneration
E) Enhanced immune response and reduced oxidative stress

B) Accumulating cellular damage, reduced capacity to divide, and reduced ability to repair damaged DNA
Explanation: Cellular aging results from a combination of accumulating cellular damage, reduced capacity to divide, and reduced ability to repair damaged DNA, leading to the gradual decline in cellular function over time.

p.7
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What is a critical factor in determining the severity of cell and tissue damage?
A) The type of nutrients available
B) The presence of growth factors
C) The extent of mitochondrial dysfunction and membrane disturbances
D) The rate of cell division
E) The level of oxygen in the environment

C) The extent of mitochondrial dysfunction and membrane disturbances
Explanation: The severity of cell and tissue damage is critically determined by the extent of mitochondrial dysfunction and membrane disturbances, which are key indicators of irreversible cell injury.

p.8
Reversible Cell Injury

Which of the following is a type of reversible cell injury?
A) Necrosis
B) Apoptosis
C) Cellular swelling
D) Fibrosis
E) Calcification

C) Cellular swelling
Explanation: Cellular swelling, also known as hydropic change or vacuolar degeneration, is a type of reversible cell injury where cells accumulate water and swell.

p.34
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

Which of the following is an example of a tissue with low cell turnover maintained by adult stem cells?
A) Skin
B) GI tract
C) Heart
D) Bone marrow
E) Blood

C) Heart
Explanation: The heart is an example of a tissue with low cell turnover that is maintained by adult stem cells.

p.40
Intracellular Accumulations

Which of the following is NOT a type of intracellular accumulation?
A) Proteins
B) Hyaline change
C) Glycogen
D) Exogenous pigments
E) Nucleic acids

E) Nucleic acids
Explanation: Nucleic acids are not listed as a type of intracellular accumulation. The types mentioned include proteins, hyaline change, glycogen, and pigments (both exogenous and endogenous).

p.40
Intracellular Accumulations

What is hyaline change in the context of intracellular accumulations?
A) Accumulation of lipids
B) Accumulation of proteins
C) Accumulation of glycogen
D) Accumulation of pigments
E) Accumulation of nucleic acids

B) Accumulation of proteins
Explanation: Hyaline change refers to the accumulation of proteins within cells, which can appear as a glassy, homogenous material under the microscope.

p.29
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What role do chaperones play in protein folding?
A) They degrade misfolded proteins
B) They assist in the correct folding of proteins
C) They increase the production of misfolded proteins
D) They inhibit protein synthesis
E) They enhance cellular energy levels

B) They assist in the correct folding of proteins
Explanation: Chaperones help in the correct folding of proteins, ensuring that they achieve their proper functional conformation.

p.44
Intracellular Accumulations

In which conditions can hyaline change be observed in the walls of arterioles?
A) Hypotension and anemia
B) Hypertension and diabetes mellitus
C) Hyperthyroidism and obesity
D) Hypoglycemia and dehydration
E) Hyperlipidemia and gout

B) Hypertension and diabetes mellitus
Explanation: Hyaline change can be observed in the walls of arterioles in conditions such as hypertension and diabetes mellitus.

p.43
Intracellular Accumulations

What condition is characterized by the aggregation of abnormally folded proteins?
A) Russell bodies
B) Neurofibrillary tangles
C) Amyloidosis
D) Alcoholic hyaline
E) Reabsorption droplets

C) Amyloidosis
Explanation: Amyloidosis is characterized by the aggregation of abnormally folded proteins, leading to amyloid deposits.

p.27
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What role do ROS play in cell injury?
A) They stabilize cellular structures
B) They promote cell growth
C) They cause cellular damage
D) They repair DNA
E) They enhance protein synthesis

C) They cause cellular damage
Explanation: ROS play a significant role in cell injury by causing damage to cellular structures, including lipids, proteins, and DNA, due to their highly reactive nature.

p.32
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

Why is the lysosomal membrane considered an important site of membrane damage?
A) It regulates protein synthesis
B) It controls cellular respiration
C) It contains digestive enzymes that can cause cellular damage if released
D) It is involved in lipid synthesis
E) It is responsible for DNA replication

C) It contains digestive enzymes that can cause cellular damage if released
Explanation: The lysosomal membrane is important because it contains digestive enzymes that, if released into the cytoplasm due to membrane damage, can lead to cellular injury and death.

p.23
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What is autophagy?
A) The process of cell division
B) Lysosomal digestion of the cell’s own components
C) The formation of new cells
D) The process of protein synthesis
E) The breakdown of extracellular material

B) Lysosomal digestion of the cell’s own components
Explanation: Autophagy is a survival mechanism where the cell digests its own components through lysosomal activity, particularly in response to nutrient deprivation.

p.35
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is a common cause of pathologic hypertrophy?
A) Exercise
B) Pregnancy
C) Chronic hemodynamic overload
D) Nutrient deficiency
E) Infection

C) Chronic hemodynamic overload
Explanation: Pathologic hypertrophy often results from chronic hemodynamic overload, such as that caused by hypertension or a faulty valve, leading to conditions like myocardial hypertrophy.

p.35
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What factors stimulate hypertrophy in cardiac muscle?
A) Mechanical stretch, agonists, growth factors
B) Nutrient deficiency, infection, immune response
C) Hormonal imbalance, dehydration, hypoxia
D) Genetic mutations, radiation, toxins
E) Temperature changes, pH imbalance, oxidative stress

A) Mechanical stretch, agonists, growth factors
Explanation: In cardiac muscle, hypertrophy is stimulated by factors such as mechanical stretch, agonists, and growth factors, which ultimately lead to increased protein synthesis and cell size.

p.41
Intracellular Accumulations

Which condition is associated with both alcoholic and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease?
A) Anoxia
B) Obesity
C) Protein malnutrition
D) Diabetes mellitus
E) Toxins

B) Obesity
Explanation: Obesity is associated with both alcoholic and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, contributing to the abnormal accumulation of lipids in the liver.

p.25
Reversible Cell Injury

How does hypoxia and ischemia affect enzyme activity in cells?
A) Enzyme activity increases
B) Enzyme activity remains unchanged
C) Enzyme activity decreases
D) Enzyme activity fluctuates
E) Enzyme activity is not affected

C) Enzyme activity decreases
Explanation: Hypoxia and ischemia lead to a decrease in enzyme activity within the cells.

p.50
Cellular Aging

What is the primary role of telomeres in cellular aging?
A) To increase cell division
B) To protect chromosome ends from deterioration
C) To enhance DNA replication speed
D) To promote protein synthesis
E) To repair damaged DNA

B) To protect chromosome ends from deterioration
Explanation: Telomeres are repetitive nucleotide sequences at the ends of chromosomes that protect them from deterioration or fusion with neighboring chromosomes, playing a crucial role in cellular aging.

p.8
Reversible Cell Injury

What happens to the brush border during reversible cell injury?
A) It becomes more prominent
B) It remains unchanged
C) It disappears
D) It calcifies
E) It forms vacuoles

C) It disappears
Explanation: During reversible cell injury, the brush border, which is a specialized structure on the surface of some cells, can disappear.

p.43
Intracellular Accumulations

What are Russell bodies associated with?
A) Neurofibrillary tangles
B) Amyloidosis
C) Reabsorption droplets
D) Excessive synthesis of normal secretory protein
E) Alcoholic hyaline

D) Excessive synthesis of normal secretory protein
Explanation: Russell bodies are associated with the synthesis of excessive amounts of normal secretory protein in plasma cells.

p.43
Intracellular Accumulations

Where are reabsorption droplets commonly found?
A) Plasma cells
B) Proximal renal tubules
C) Neurons
D) Hepatocytes
E) Cardiac myocytes

B) Proximal renal tubules
Explanation: Reabsorption droplets are commonly found in the proximal renal tubules, indicating protein reabsorption.

p.36
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

In which type of cells and tissues does hyperplasia commonly occur?
A) Cells with low regenerative capacity
B) Cells with strong regenerative capacity
C) Neurons
D) Cardiac muscle cells
E) Skeletal muscle cells

B) Cells with strong regenerative capacity
Explanation: Hyperplasia commonly occurs in cells and tissues with strong regenerative capacity, such as epithelial cells and glandular tissues.

p.27
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What is oxidative stress?
A) A condition where cells have an excess of antioxidants
B) A condition where cells have an excess of ROS beyond their capacity to handle
C) A condition where cells have no ROS
D) A condition where cells have an excess of oxygen
E) A condition where cells have no oxygen

B) A condition where cells have an excess of ROS beyond their capacity to handle
Explanation: Oxidative stress occurs when cells have an excess of reactive oxygen species (ROS) beyond their capacity to neutralize and remove them, leading to potential cellular damage.

p.47
Pathologic Calcification

Which of the following is an example of dystrophic calcification?
A) Healthy bone formation
B) Calcium absorption in the intestines
C) Calcification in atherosclerotic arteries
D) Calcium excretion in urine
E) Calcium uptake by muscles

C) Calcification in atherosclerotic arteries
Explanation: Dystrophic calcification is the abnormal deposition of calcium salts in damaged tissues, such as atherosclerotic arteries, damaged heart valves, and necrotic tumors.

p.15
Types of Necrosis

What is the gross appearance of caseous necrosis?
A) Red and swollen
B) Black and dry
C) Cheesy, white
D) Yellow and oily
E) Green and slimy

C) Cheesy, white
Explanation: The gross appearance of caseous necrosis is described as cheesy and white, which is a distinctive feature of this type of necrosis.

p.49
Cellular Aging

What is cellular aging primarily characterized by?
A) Increased cellular proliferation
B) Progressive decline in cellular function and viability
C) Enhanced genetic stability
D) Decreased exposure to exogenous influences
E) Improved cellular repair mechanisms

B) Progressive decline in cellular function and viability
Explanation: Cellular aging is primarily characterized by a progressive decline in cellular function and viability, which is caused by genetic abnormalities and the accumulation of cellular and molecular damage.

p.51
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

What characterizes apoptosis?
A) Inflammation and tissue swelling
B) Enzymatic degradation of proteins and DNA
C) Rapid cell division
D) Increased ATP production
E) Formation of scar tissue

B) Enzymatic degradation of proteins and DNA
Explanation: Apoptosis is characterized by the enzymatic degradation of proteins and DNA, initiated by caspases, and the recognition and removal of dead cells by phagocytes.

p.45
Intracellular Accumulations

What is the primary source of the pigment involved in tattooing?
A) Endogenous pigments
B) Exogenous pigments
C) Metabolic byproducts
D) Cellular debris
E) Hemoglobin breakdown

B) Exogenous pigments
Explanation: The pigment used in tattooing is an exogenous pigment, meaning it is introduced from outside the body and deposited into the skin.

p.28
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

Which of the following substances is NOT typically associated with direct-acting toxins?
A) Anti-neoplastic chemotherapeutic agents
B) Toxins made by microorganisms
C) Carbon tetrachloride (CCl4)
D) Environmental chemicals
E) Infectious pathogens

C) Carbon tetrachloride (CCl4)
Explanation: Carbon tetrachloride (CCl4) is an example of a latent toxin, not a direct-acting toxin.

p.17
Types of Necrosis

液化性壞死最常發生於哪一種組織?
A) 肝臟
B) 腎臟
C) 心臟
D) 腦組織
E) 骨骼

D) 腦組織
Explanation: 液化性壞死最常發生於腦組織,因為腦組織富含酶,容易導致組織液化。

p.36
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is hyperplasia?
A) Decrease in the number of cells in an organ or tissue
B) Increase in the number of cells in an organ or tissue in response to a stimulus
C) Increase in cell size without an increase in cell number
D) Decrease in cell size and number
E) Formation of new types of cells in an organ or tissue

B) Increase in the number of cells in an organ or tissue in response to a stimulus
Explanation: Hyperplasia is defined as an increase in the number of cells in an organ or tissue in response to a stimulus, which can be either physiological or pathological.

p.46
Intracellular Accumulations

Where is Ferritin commonly accumulated?
A) In the liver
B) In the skin
C) In the bones
D) In the muscles
E) In the red blood cells

A) In the liver
Explanation: Ferritin, an iron-storage complex, is commonly accumulated in the liver, where it helps in the storage and regulation of iron.

p.46
Intracellular Accumulations

What is a common site for Lipofuscin accumulation?
A) Bone marrow
B) Skin
C) Muscle tissue
D) Cell nucleus
E) Blood plasma

D) Cell nucleus
Explanation: Lipofuscin commonly accumulates in the cell nucleus, particularly in aging cells, contributing to the 'wear-and-tear' appearance.

p.38
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What type of atrophy is associated with aging?
A) Disuse atrophy
B) Neurogenic atrophy
C) Senile atrophy
D) Vascular atrophy
E) Hormonal atrophy

C) Senile atrophy
Explanation: Senile atrophy refers to the natural decline in cell and tissue function associated with aging.

p.21
Cell Death Mechanisms

What is the initial step in the mechanism of apoptosis?
A) DNA fragmentation
B) Cell membrane rupture
C) Cytochrome C release
D) Mitochondrial swelling
E) Lysosomal degradation

C) Cytochrome C release
Explanation: The initial step in the mechanism of apoptosis involves the release of cytochrome C from the mitochondria, which then triggers a cascade of events leading to cell death.

p.44
Intracellular Accumulations

What does the term 'hyaline' refer to in the context of cellular changes?
A) A specific type of lipid
B) A specific type of carbohydrate
C) A specific type of protein
D) A descriptive term for appearance
E) A specific type of nucleic acid

D) A descriptive term for appearance
Explanation: The term 'hyaline' refers to the appearance of the change, which is homogeneous, glassy, and pink, rather than a specific substance.

p.20
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

Which of the following is a characteristic of necrosis, not apoptosis?
A) Cell shrinkage
B) Chromatin condensation
C) Karyorrhexis
D) Cell swelling
E) Formation of apoptotic bodies

D) Cell swelling
Explanation: Cell swelling is a characteristic of necrosis, distinguishing it from apoptosis, where cell shrinkage occurs.

p.48
Pathologic Calcification

Which of the following is NOT a cause of metastatic calcification?
A) Increased parathyroid hormone
B) Destruction of bone tissue
C) Vitamin D-related disorders
D) Renal failure
E) Low blood calcium levels

E) Low blood calcium levels
Explanation: Metastatic calcification is caused by conditions that lead to hypercalcemia, such as increased parathyroid hormone, destruction of bone tissue, vitamin D-related disorders, and renal failure. Low blood calcium levels would not cause metastatic calcification.

p.12
Types of Necrosis

What is a localized area of coagulative necrosis called?
A) Abscess
B) Granuloma
C) Infarct
D) Tumor
E) Cyst

C) Infarct
Explanation: A localized area of coagulative necrosis is referred to as an infarct.

p.30
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What is a common consequence of mitochondrial dysfunction in cells?
A) Increased cell proliferation
B) Enhanced protein synthesis
C) Necrosis
D) Improved cellular respiration
E) Decreased DNA damage

C) Necrosis
Explanation: Mitochondrial dysfunction can lead to cell damage and necrosis due to the inability of the cell to produce adequate energy, resulting in cell death.

p.30
Cell Death Mechanisms

Which type of cell death is associated with mitochondrial dysfunction and leakage of proteins?
A) Autophagy
B) Necrosis
C) Mitophagy
D) Pyroptosis
E) Necroptosis

B) Necrosis
Explanation: Mitochondrial dysfunction often leads to necrosis, characterized by the leakage of proteins and other cellular contents, causing inflammation and cell death.

p.22
Cell Death Mechanisms

In which conditions does necroptosis occur?
A) Only in pathologic conditions
B) Only in physiologic conditions
C) Both in physiologic and pathologic conditions
D) Only during embryonic development
E) Only in response to bacterial infections

C) Both in physiologic and pathologic conditions
Explanation: Necroptosis can occur in both physiologic and pathologic conditions.

p.5
Reversible Cell Injury

What characterizes reversibly injured myocardial cells?
A) Permanent loss of function
B) Temporary changes that can be reversed if the stress is removed
C) Complete adaptation to stress
D) Normal cellular function
E) Cell death

B) Temporary changes that can be reversed if the stress is removed
Explanation: Reversibly injured myocardial cells exhibit temporary changes that can be reversed if the stressor is removed, allowing the cells to return to their normal state.

p.45
Intracellular Accumulations

Which of the following is NOT an exogenous pigment?
A) Carbon (coal dust)
B) Tattoo ink
C) Lipofuscin
D) Anthracosis pigment
E) None of the above

C) Lipofuscin
Explanation: Lipofuscin is an endogenous pigment, meaning it originates from within the body, typically as a result of cellular aging and wear-and-tear, unlike exogenous pigments such as carbon (coal dust) and tattoo ink.

p.6
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What type of cell injury is caused by hypersensitivity and autoimmune diseases?
A) Physical agents
B) Genetic abnormalities
C) Immunologic reactions
D) Nutritional imbalances
E) Infectious agents

C) Immunologic reactions
Explanation: Immunologic reactions, including hypersensitivity and autoimmune diseases, are identified as causes of cell injury.

p.10
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

What is the role of apoptosis in the body?
A) Always pathologic
B) Always physiologic
C) Can be both physiologic and pathologic
D) Only occurs in response to injury
E) Only occurs in response to infection

C) Can be both physiologic and pathologic
Explanation: Apoptosis can occur as a normal physiological process, such as during development and tissue homeostasis, or as a pathologic response to cellular damage.

p.20
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

What happens to chromatin during apoptosis?
A) Chromatin disperses
B) Chromatin condenses
C) Chromatin enlarges
D) Chromatin dissolves
E) Chromatin remains unchanged

B) Chromatin condenses
Explanation: During apoptosis, chromatin undergoes condensation, which is a key morphological change observed in apoptotic cells.

p.20
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

Which term describes the fragmentation of the nucleus during apoptosis?
A) Karyolysis
B) Pyknosis
C) Karyorrhexis
D) Autolysis
E) Necroptosis

C) Karyorrhexis
Explanation: Karyorrhexis refers to the fragmentation of the nucleus, which is a characteristic feature of apoptosis.

p.43
Intracellular Accumulations

What is alcoholic hyaline primarily composed of?
A) Neurofilament
B) Keratin
C) Amyloid
D) Secretory proteins
E) Reabsorption droplets

B) Keratin
Explanation: Alcoholic hyaline is primarily composed of keratin, which is a type of cytoskeletal protein.

p.14
Types of Necrosis

How does dry gangrene typically appear?
A) Wet and swollen
B) Black and shriveled
C) Red and inflamed
D) White and flaky
E) Yellow and oily

B) Black and shriveled
Explanation: Dry gangrene typically has a black and shriveled appearance, distinguishing it from wet gangrene.

p.12
Types of Necrosis

What is the primary pattern observed in coagulative necrosis?
A) Liquefaction
B) Denaturation
C) Inflammation
D) Calcification
E) Regeneration

B) Denaturation
Explanation: In coagulative necrosis, denaturation is the primary pattern, which involves the preservation of the basic structural outline of the coagulated cell or tissue for days or weeks.

p.47
Pathologic Calcification

What is a psammoma body?
A) A type of bone cell
B) A calcium deposit in healthy tissue
C) A structure formed by dystrophic calcification
D) A type of white blood cell
E) A calcium deposit in the bloodstream

C) A structure formed by dystrophic calcification
Explanation: Psammoma bodies are round, calcified structures that form as a result of dystrophic calcification, often seen in certain types of tumors and other pathological conditions.

p.47
Pathologic Calcification

In which conditions can pathologic calcification occur?
A) Healthy tissues
B) Atherosclerotic arteries, damaged heart valves, necrotic tumors
C) Normal aging process
D) Calcium deficiency
E) Excessive exercise

B) Atherosclerotic arteries, damaged heart valves, necrotic tumors
Explanation: Pathologic calcification can occur in areas of necrosis, atherosclerotic arteries, damaged heart valves, and necrotic tumors, where abnormal calcium deposition takes place.

p.15
Types of Necrosis

What happens to the tissue architecture in caseous necrosis?
A) It remains intact
B) It becomes partially damaged
C) It is completely obliterated
D) It becomes fibrotic
E) It regenerates

C) It is completely obliterated
Explanation: In caseous necrosis, the tissue architecture is completely obliterated, resulting in a structureless, amorphous granular debris.

p.5
Overview of Cellular Responses to Stress

What is the relationship among normal, adapted, reversibly injured, and dead myocardial cells?
A) They are all in the same state
B) They represent different stages of cellular response to stress
C) They are unrelated to each other
D) They all indicate permanent damage
E) They all indicate healthy cells

B) They represent different stages of cellular response to stress
Explanation: Normal, adapted, reversibly injured, and dead myocardial cells represent different stages of cellular response to stress. Normal cells can adapt to stress, become reversibly injured, or progress to cell death if the stress is severe or prolonged.

p.30
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

What is a key difference between necrosis and apoptosis in the context of mitochondrial dysfunction?
A) Necrosis is a programmed cell death, while apoptosis is accidental
B) Apoptosis involves inflammation, while necrosis does not
C) Necrosis results from severe mitochondrial damage, while apoptosis can be triggered by controlled mitochondrial signals
D) Apoptosis leads to cell swelling, while necrosis leads to cell shrinkage
E) Necrosis is energy-dependent, while apoptosis is not

C) Necrosis results from severe mitochondrial damage, while apoptosis can be triggered by controlled mitochondrial signals
Explanation: Necrosis is often a result of severe and uncontrolled mitochondrial damage, whereas apoptosis can be a controlled process initiated by specific mitochondrial signals.

p.6
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What is the most common cause of hypoxia?
A) Toxins
B) Genetic abnormalities
C) Ischemia
D) Nutritional imbalances
E) Physical agents

C) Ischemia
Explanation: Ischemia, which is the restriction of blood supply to tissues, is identified as the most common cause of hypoxia, leading to oxygen deprivation in cells.

p.5
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

Which of the following is an example of cellular adaptation in myocardial cells?
A) Necrosis
B) Hypertrophy
C) Apoptosis
D) Reversible injury
E) Normal function

B) Hypertrophy
Explanation: Hypertrophy is an example of cellular adaptation in myocardial cells, where the cells increase in size to cope with increased workload or stress.

p.39
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

Which of the following is an example of metaplasia?
A) Squamous to columnar in the trachea
B) Columnar to squamous in the trachea
C) Squamous to mesenchymal in the stomach
D) Mesenchymal to epithelial in the liver
E) Epithelial to mesenchymal in the skin

B) Columnar to squamous in the trachea
Explanation: An example of metaplasia is the replacement of columnar epithelial cells with squamous epithelial cells in the trachea, often due to chronic irritation such as smoking.

p.11
Cell Death Mechanisms

What is pyknosis in necrotic cells?
A) Basophilia of chromatin fade
B) Nuclear shrinkage and increased basophilia
C) Pyknotic nucleus fragments
D) Increased RNA synthesis
E) Enhanced cellular repair

B) Nuclear shrinkage and increased basophilia
Explanation: Pyknosis is characterized by nuclear shrinkage and increased basophilia in necrotic cells.

p.13
Types of Necrosis

Liquefactive necrosis is most characteristic of which type of infections?
A) Viral infections
B) Bacterial or fungal infections
C) Parasitic infections
D) Prion diseases
E) Autoimmune diseases

B) Bacterial or fungal infections
Explanation: Liquefactive necrosis is typically seen in focal bacterial or sometimes fungal infections, where the rapid enzyme digestion of cells occurs.

p.14
Types of Necrosis

What is gangrenous necrosis?
A) A distinctive pattern of cell death
B) Ischemic coagulative necrosis, often of a limb
C) A type of apoptosis
D) A form of liquefactive necrosis
E) A type of cellular adaptation

B) Ischemic coagulative necrosis, often of a limb
Explanation: Gangrenous necrosis is not a distinctive pattern but is characterized by ischemic coagulative necrosis, frequently affecting a limb, and is especially common in diabetes.

p.14
Types of Necrosis

Which condition is gangrenous necrosis especially common in?
A) Hypertension
B) Diabetes
C) Asthma
D) Osteoporosis
E) Alzheimer's disease

B) Diabetes
Explanation: Gangrenous necrosis is particularly common in individuals with diabetes, where it frequently affects the limbs due to poor blood circulation.

p.33
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is atrophy?
A) Increase in cell size
B) Increase in cell number
C) Decrease in cell size
D) Change in cell type
E) Increase in metabolic activity

C) Decrease in cell size
Explanation: Atrophy is the decrease in the size of cells, which can lead to a reduction in the size of the organ or tissue.

p.15
Types of Necrosis

What is caseous necrosis?
A) A form of liquefactive necrosis
B) A special form of coagulative necrosis with limited liquefaction
C) A type of fat necrosis
D) A form of fibrinoid necrosis
E) A type of gangrenous necrosis

B) A special form of coagulative necrosis with limited liquefaction
Explanation: Caseous necrosis is described as a special form of coagulative necrosis that has limited liquefaction, distinguishing it from other types of necrosis.

p.15
Types of Necrosis

In which condition is caseous necrosis most often encountered?
A) Heart attack
B) Liver cirrhosis
C) Tuberculous infection
D) Pancreatitis
E) Stroke

C) Tuberculous infection
Explanation: Caseous necrosis is most often encountered in foci of tuberculous infection, making it a hallmark of this disease.

p.51
Reversible Cell Injury

What happens when cells are stressed beyond their tolerance?
A) They become stronger
B) They undergo reversible or irreversible injury
C) They divide rapidly
D) They produce more ATP
E) They become immune to stress

B) They undergo reversible or irreversible injury
Explanation: When cells are stressed beyond their tolerance, they can develop either reversible or irreversible injury, depending on the severity and duration of the stress.

p.23
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What initiates autophagy?
A) Hormonal signals
B) Proteins that sense nutrient deprivation
C) DNA mutations
D) External toxins
E) Increased oxygen levels

B) Proteins that sense nutrient deprivation
Explanation: Autophagy is initiated by proteins that detect a lack of nutrients, triggering the cell to begin digesting its own components to survive.

p.12
Types of Necrosis

What is the most common type of necrosis?
A) Liquefactive necrosis
B) Caseous necrosis
C) Fat necrosis
D) Coagulative necrosis
E) Fibrinoid necrosis

D) Coagulative necrosis
Explanation: Coagulative necrosis is the most common type of necrosis, characterized by the denaturation of proteins and preservation of the basic structural outline of cells.

p.52
Intracellular Accumulations

What causes abnormal deposits of materials in cells and tissues?
A) Excessive intake or defective transport or catabolism
B) Reduced cellular division
C) Increased DNA repair
D) Enhanced cellular metabolism
E) Improved nutrient absorption

A) Excessive intake or defective transport or catabolism
Explanation: Abnormal deposits of materials in cells and tissues result from excessive intake or defective transport or catabolism, leading to the accumulation of substances that cannot be adequately processed.

p.49
Cellular Aging

Which of the following best describes the impact of genetic abnormalities on cellular aging?
A) They enhance cellular repair mechanisms
B) They contribute to the progressive decline in cellular function and viability
C) They reduce the accumulation of cellular damage
D) They improve cellular function
E) They decrease exposure to exogenous influences

B) They contribute to the progressive decline in cellular function and viability
Explanation: Genetic abnormalities contribute to the progressive decline in cellular function and viability, which is a key aspect of cellular aging.

p.17
Types of Necrosis

下列哪一種是凝固性壞死的特徵?
A) 細胞膜完整
B) 細胞核濃縮
C) 脂肪分解
D) 液化
E) 鈣化

B) 細胞核濃縮
Explanation: 凝固性壞死的特徵之一是細胞核濃縮,這是由於蛋白質變性和凝固所致。

p.11
Cell Death Mechanisms

What does increased eosinophilia in necrotic cells indicate?
A) Loss of RNA
B) Increased RNA synthesis
C) Enhanced cellular repair
D) Decreased cellular metabolism
E) Increased cell proliferation

A) Loss of RNA
Explanation: Increased eosinophilia in necrotic cells is indicative of the loss of RNA.

p.3
Overview of Cellular Responses to Stress

What is the primary focus of the study of cellular responses to stress and noxious stimuli?
A) Understanding the genetic makeup of cells
B) Analyzing the structure of cellular organelles
C) Examining how cells adapt and respond to harmful conditions
D) Investigating the role of enzymes in cellular metabolism
E) Studying the process of cellular respiration

C) Examining how cells adapt and respond to harmful conditions
Explanation: The primary focus of studying cellular responses to stress and noxious stimuli is to understand how cells adapt and respond to harmful conditions, which is crucial for understanding disease mechanisms and developing therapeutic strategies.

p.19
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

Which of the following is a physiologic condition that induces apoptosis during embryogenesis?
A) DNA damage
B) Loss of growth factor signaling
C) Accumulation of misfolded proteins
D) Infections
E) UV light damage

B) Loss of growth factor signaling
Explanation: During embryogenesis, apoptosis is induced by the loss of growth factor signaling, which is a normal physiological process.

p.37
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

Which of the following can lead to denervation atrophy?
A) Loss of endocrine stimulation
B) Loss of innervation
C) Pressure
D) Inadequate nutrition
E) Aging

B) Loss of innervation
Explanation: Denervation atrophy occurs when there is a loss of nerve supply to a muscle, leading to shrinkage in cell size.

p.27
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

How are ROS typically removed from cells?
A) By proteins
B) By lipids
C) By enzymes
D) By carbohydrates
E) By nucleic acids

C) By enzymes
Explanation: ROS are typically removed from cells by enzymes, which help to neutralize these reactive species and prevent cellular damage.

p.14
Types of Necrosis

What is the main difference between wet and dry gangrene?
A) Wet gangrene involves bacterial infection, while dry gangrene does not
B) Dry gangrene involves bacterial infection, while wet gangrene does not
C) Wet gangrene is less severe than dry gangrene
D) Dry gangrene is characterized by a wet appearance
E) Wet gangrene is characterized by a dry appearance

A) Wet gangrene involves bacterial infection, while dry gangrene does not
Explanation: The main difference is that wet gangrene involves a bacterial infection, making it more severe, whereas dry gangrene does not involve such an infection.

p.9
Reversible Cell Injury

What mitochondrial change is observed in reversible cell injury?
A) Clumping of chromatin
B) Blebbing
C) Swelling and appearance of phospholipid-rich amorphous densities
D) Detachment of polysomes
E) Formation of myelin figures

C) Swelling and appearance of phospholipid-rich amorphous densities
Explanation: Mitochondrial changes in reversible cell injury include swelling and the appearance of phospholipid-rich amorphous densities.

p.41
Intracellular Accumulations

Which of the following is NOT a cause of lipid accumulation in cells?
A) Toxins
B) Protein malnutrition
C) Diabetes mellitus
D) Excessive exercise
E) Alcoholic abuse

D) Excessive exercise
Explanation: Excessive exercise is not listed as a cause of lipid accumulation. Causes include toxins, protein malnutrition, diabetes mellitus, obesity, anoxia, and alcoholic abuse.

p.41
Intracellular Accumulations

What is steatosis?
A) Accumulation of cholesterol in blood vessels
B) Abnormal accumulation of triglycerides within parenchymal cells
C) Excessive protein synthesis in cells
D) Increased water retention in tissues
E) Overproduction of red blood cells

B) Abnormal accumulation of triglycerides within parenchymal cells
Explanation: Steatosis, also known as fatty change, refers to the abnormal accumulation of triglycerides within parenchymal cells.

p.41
Intracellular Accumulations

Which major classes of lipids can accumulate in cells?
A) Only triglycerides
B) Only cholesterol
C) Only phospholipids
D) Triglycerides, cholesterol/cholesterol esters, and phospholipids
E) Only fatty acids

D) Triglycerides, cholesterol/cholesterol esters, and phospholipids
Explanation: All major classes of lipids, including triglycerides, cholesterol/cholesterol esters, and phospholipids, can accumulate in cells.

p.49
Cellular Aging

What role do exogenous influences play in cellular aging?
A) They enhance cellular repair
B) They reduce genetic abnormalities
C) They contribute to cellular and molecular damage
D) They improve cellular function
E) They decrease cellular viability

C) They contribute to cellular and molecular damage
Explanation: Exogenous influences contribute to the accumulation of cellular and molecular damage, which is a key factor in the process of cellular aging.

p.45
Intracellular Accumulations

What is the term for the black lung disease caused by inhaling coal dust?
A) Silicosis
B) Anthracosis
C) Asbestosis
D) Pneumoconiosis
E) Bronchitis

B) Anthracosis
Explanation: Anthracosis, also known as black lung disease, is caused by the inhalation and accumulation of coal dust in the lungs, leading to black pigmentation and potential respiratory issues.

p.17
Types of Necrosis

哪一種壞死類型常見於結核病?
A) 凝固性壞死
B) 液化性壞死
C) 乾酪性壞死
D) 脂肪性壞死
E) 纖維性壞死

C) 乾酪性壞死
Explanation: 乾酪性壞死常見於結核病,特徵是壞死組織呈現乾酪樣外觀。

p.17
Types of Necrosis

纖維性壞死最常見於哪一種病理狀況?
A) 動脈粥樣硬化
B) 自身��疫性疾病
C) 肝硬化
D) 骨折
E) 肺炎

B) 自身免疫性疾病
Explanation: 纖維性壞死最常見於自身免疫性疾病,如系統性紅斑狼瘡,因為免疫複合物沉積會導致血管壁壞死。

p.24
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

Which of the following is an example of a condition that can lead to cell injury?
A) Renal infarction
B) Enhanced nutrient absorption
C) Increased cell motility
D) Improved cellular communication
E) Enhanced cell growth

A) Renal infarction
Explanation: Renal infarction is an example of a condition that can lead to cell injury. It involves the obstruction of blood supply to the kidneys, resulting in tissue damage and cell death.

p.13
Types of Necrosis

What happens to the cellular and tissue architecture in liquefactive necrosis?
A) It becomes fibrotic
B) It calcifies
C) It remains intact
D) It disappears
E) It becomes hypertrophic

D) It disappears
Explanation: In liquefactive necrosis, the cellular and tissue architecture is lost due to the dominant enzyme digestion, resulting in a liquid viscous mass.

p.53
Cell Death Mechanisms

Which article provides insights into necroptosis and its association with diseases?
A) Cell death: a review of the major forms of apoptosis, necrosis and autophagy
B) Cell death pathways: intricate connections and disease implications
C) A Glimpse of necroptosis and diseases
D) Ferroptosis in life: To be or not to be
E) The therapeutic potential of targeting regulated non-apoptotic cell death

C) A Glimpse of necroptosis and diseases
Explanation: The article 'A Glimpse of necroptosis and diseases' focuses on necroptosis and its connections to various diseases.

p.47
Pathologic Calcification

What is pathologic calcification?
A) Normal tissue deposition of calcium salts
B) Abnormal tissue deposition of calcium salts
C) Calcium deficiency in tissues
D) Excessive calcium in the bloodstream
E) Calcium absorption in bones

B) Abnormal tissue deposition of calcium salts
Explanation: Pathologic calcification refers to the abnormal deposition of calcium salts in tissues, which can occur in various conditions such as necrosis, atherosclerotic arteries, and damaged heart valves.

p.9
Reversible Cell Injury

Which of the following is a characteristic of plasma membrane alterations in reversible cell injury?
A) Blebbing
B) Swelling of mitochondria
C) Clumping of chromatin
D) Detachment of polysomes
E) Formation of myelin figures

A) Blebbing
Explanation: Plasma membrane alterations in reversible cell injury include blebbing, blunting, and distortion of microvilli.

p.51
Types of Necrosis

What is necrosis?
A) Programmed cell death
B) Death of tissue following irreversible injury
C) Reversible cell injury
D) Cell adaptation to stress
E) Cellular aging

B) Death of tissue following irreversible injury
Explanation: Necrosis is the death of tissue that occurs following irreversible injury, and it can manifest in specific patterns such as coagulative, liquefactive, gangrenous, caseous, fat, and fibrinoid necrosis.

p.23
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What is the correct sequence of structures involved in autophagy?
A) Phagophore  Autophagosome  Autophagolysosome
B) Autophagosome  Phagophore  Autophagolysosome
C) Lysosome  Autophagosome  Phagophore
D) Autophagolysosome  Phagophore  Autophagosome
E) Phagophore  Lysosome  Autophagosome

A) Phagophore  Autophagosome  Autophagolysosome
Explanation: The process of autophagy involves the formation of a phagophore, which then becomes an autophagosome, and finally fuses with lysosomes to form an autophagolysosome.

p.30
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

How does mitochondrial dysfunction contribute to apoptosis?
A) By increasing ATP production
B) By stabilizing the mitochondrial membrane
C) By releasing pro-apoptotic factors
D) By enhancing protein synthesis
E) By decreasing reactive oxygen species

C) By releasing pro-apoptotic factors
Explanation: Mitochondrial dysfunction can trigger apoptosis by releasing pro-apoptotic factors such as cytochrome c, which activate the apoptotic pathways.

p.22
Cell Death Mechanisms

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of necroptosis?
A) Morphologically resembles necrosis
B) Mechanistically resembles apoptosis
C) Dependent on caspase activity
D) Triggered by TNFR1 ligation
E) Involves RIPK1 and RIPK3 signaling

C) Dependent on caspase activity
Explanation: Necroptosis is caspase-independent, distinguishing it from other forms of programmed cell death like apoptosis.

p.5
Cell Death Mechanisms

What happens to myocardial cells when they are exposed to severe or prolonged stress?
A) They adapt and function normally
B) They become reversibly injured
C) They die
D) They remain unaffected
E) They shrink in size

C) They die
Explanation: When myocardial cells are exposed to severe or prolonged stress, they may progress to cell death, as they are unable to cope with the extreme conditions.

p.6
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What type of imbalance can lead to cell injury?
A) Genetic abnormalities
B) Nutritional imbalances
C) Infectious agents
D) Immunologic reactions
E) Physical agents

B) Nutritional imbalances
Explanation: Nutritional imbalances, including protein-calorie insufficiency and vitamin deficiency, are identified as causes of cell injury.

p.24
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What factors determine the cellular response to injurious stimuli?
A) Type of injury, duration, and severity
B) Type of cell and its size
C) Genetic makeup and age of the organism
D) Environmental temperature and humidity
E) Presence of other cells in the vicinity

A) Type of injury, duration, and severity
Explanation: The cellular response to injurious stimuli is influenced by the type of injury, its duration, and its severity. These factors collectively determine how a cell will react to damage.

p.3
Pathologic Calcification

What is pathologic calcification?
A) Normal deposition of calcium in bones
B) Abnormal deposition of calcium salts in tissues
C) Increased calcium absorption in the intestines
D) Decreased calcium levels in the blood
E) Enhanced calcium excretion by the kidneys

B) Abnormal deposition of calcium salts in tissues
Explanation: Pathologic calcification refers to the abnormal deposition of calcium salts in tissues, which can occur in damaged or necrotic tissues and contribute to disease processes.

p.19
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

How do cytotoxic T lymphocytes kill infected cells?
A) Loss of growth factor signaling
B) Activation of proapoptotic proteins by BH3-only sensors
C) Activation of caspases
D) Loss of survival signals
E) Strong recognition of self antigens

C) Activation of caspases
Explanation: Cytotoxic T lymphocytes kill infected cells by activating caspases, which are crucial enzymes in the apoptosis pathway.

p.45
Intracellular Accumulations

What is an example of an exogenous pigment?
A) Melanin
B) Lipofuscin
C) Hemosiderin
D) Carbon (coal dust)
E) Bilirubin

D) Carbon (coal dust)
Explanation: Carbon (coal dust) is an example of an exogenous pigment, which means it originates from outside the body. It can accumulate in the lungs, leading to conditions such as anthracosis.

p.28
Cell Death Mechanisms

What is the primary outcome of cell injury caused by toxins?
A) Apoptotic cell death
B) Necrotic cell death
C) Cellular adaptation
D) Cellular proliferation
E) Cellular differentiation

B) Necrotic cell death
Explanation: Toxins, including environmental chemicals and substances produced by infectious pathogens, primarily induce cell injury that culminates in necrotic cell death.

p.30
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What happens to cellular proteins during necrosis caused by mitochondrial dysfunction?
A) They are synthesized at a higher rate
B) They are degraded by lysosomes
C) They leak out of the cell
D) They are transported to the nucleus
E) They are phosphorylated

C) They leak out of the cell
Explanation: During necrosis caused by mitochondrial dysfunction, cellular proteins and other contents leak out of the cell, leading to inflammation and tissue damage.

p.39
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

Which type of metaplasia is most common?
A) Squamous to columnar
B) Columnar to squamous
C) Mesenchymal to epithelial
D) Epithelial to mesenchymal
E) Squamous to mesenchymal

B) Columnar to squamous
Explanation: The most common type of metaplasia is the replacement of columnar epithelial cells with squamous epithelial cells, known as squamous metaplasia.

p.11
Cell Death Mechanisms

What characterizes necrosis in cells?
A) Increased RNA synthesis
B) Enhanced cellular repair
C) Denaturation of cellular proteins and leakage of cellular contents
D) Decreased cellular metabolism
E) Increased cell proliferation

C) Denaturation of cellular proteins and leakage of cellular contents
Explanation: Necrosis is characterized by the denaturation of cellular proteins, leakage of cellular contents through damaged membranes, local inflammation, and enzymatic digestion of the lethally injured cell.

p.11
Cell Death Mechanisms

What is karyolysis in the context of necrotic cells?
A) Nuclear shrinkage and increased basophilia
B) Basophilia of chromatin fade
C) Pyknotic nucleus fragments
D) Increased RNA synthesis
E) Enhanced cellular repair

B) Basophilia of chromatin fade
Explanation: Karyolysis refers to the basophilia of chromatin fading in necrotic cells.

p.24
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What can result from functional and biochemical abnormalities in essential cellular components?
A) Enhanced cell growth
B) Cell injury
C) Increased cell motility
D) Improved cellular communication
E) Enhanced nutrient absorption

B) Cell injury
Explanation: Functional and biochemical abnormalities in one or more essential cellular components can lead to cell injury. These abnormalities disrupt normal cellular functions, resulting in damage.

p.13
Types of Necrosis

In which organ is hypoxic death most likely to result in liquefactive necrosis?
A) Liver
B) Heart
C) Brain
D) Kidney
E) Lungs

C) Brain
Explanation: Hypoxic death in the brain, such as in a brain infarct, often leads to liquefactive necrosis due to the high lipid content and enzyme activity in brain tissue.

p.53
Cell Death Mechanisms

Which publication discusses the intricate connections and disease implications of cell death pathways?
A) Cell death: a review of the major forms of apoptosis, necrosis and autophagy
B) Cell death pathways: intricate connections and disease implications
C) A Glimpse of necroptosis and diseases
D) Ferroptosis in life: To be or not to be
E) The therapeutic potential of targeting regulated non-apoptotic cell death

B) Cell death pathways: intricate connections and disease implications
Explanation: The article 'Cell death pathways: intricate connections and disease implications' delves into the complex relationships between different cell death pathways and their implications for diseases.

p.52
Pathologic Calcification

What is pathologic calcification?
A) Normal deposition of calcium salts in bones
B) Abnormal tissue deposition of calcium salts
C) Increased calcium absorption in the intestines
D) Decreased calcium levels in the blood
E) Enhanced calcium excretion by the kidneys

B) Abnormal tissue deposition of calcium salts
Explanation: Pathologic calcification refers to the abnormal tissue deposition of calcium salts, which can occur in various tissues and is often associated with disease processes.

p.6
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

Which of the following can be classified as a toxin causing cell injury?
A) Hypoxia
B) Air pollutants
C) Genetic abnormalities
D) Protein-calorie insufficiency
E) Trauma

B) Air pollutants
Explanation: Toxins such as air pollutants, poisons, insecticides, and carbon monoxide (CO) are listed as causes of cell injury.

p.11
Cell Death Mechanisms

What is the basis for blood tests that detect tissue-specific cellular injury?
A) Increased RNA synthesis
B) Leakage of intracellular proteins
C) Enhanced cellular repair
D) Decreased cellular metabolism
E) Increased cell proliferation

B) Leakage of intracellular proteins
Explanation: The leakage of intracellular proteins from necrotic cells is the basis for blood tests that detect tissue-specific cellular injury.

p.3
Intracellular Accumulations

What is the significance of intracellular accumulations in pathology?
A) They always indicate a healthy cell
B) They are irrelevant to disease processes
C) They can indicate cellular dysfunction or injury
D) They are always beneficial to the cell
E) They only occur in cancer cells

C) They can indicate cellular dysfunction or injury
Explanation: Intracellular accumulations can indicate cellular dysfunction or injury, as they often result from metabolic disturbances, genetic defects, or exposure to harmful substances.

p.19
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What is the mechanism of apoptosis in the case of accumulation of misfolded proteins?
A) Loss of growth factor signaling
B) Activation of proapoptotic proteins by BH3-only sensors
C) Decreased hormone levels
D) Loss of survival signals
E) Strong recognition of self antigens

B) Activation of proapoptotic proteins by BH3-only sensors
Explanation: The accumulation of misfolded proteins leads to apoptosis through the activation of proapoptotic proteins by BH3-only sensors, and possibly direct activation of caspases.

p.53
Cell Death Mechanisms

Which article explores the therapeutic potential of targeting regulated non-apoptotic cell death?
A) Cell death: a review of the major forms of apoptosis, necrosis and autophagy
B) Cell death pathways: intricate connections and disease implications
C) A Glimpse of necroptosis and diseases
D) Ferroptosis in life: To be or not to be
E) The therapeutic potential of targeting regulated non-apoptotic cell death

E) The therapeutic potential of targeting regulated non-apoptotic cell death
Explanation: The article 'The therapeutic potential of targeting regulated non-apoptotic cell death' discusses the possibilities of targeting non-apoptotic cell death mechanisms for therapeutic purposes.

p.28
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

Which of the following is an example of a direct-acting toxin?
A) Carbon tetrachloride (CCl4)
B) Acetaminophen
C) Anti-neoplastic chemotherapeutic agents
D) Alcohol
E) Nicotine

C) Anti-neoplastic chemotherapeutic agents
Explanation: Direct-acting toxins include anti-neoplastic chemotherapeutic agents and toxins made by microorganisms.

p.1
Pathologic Calcification

病理性鈣化的特徵是什麼?
A) 鈣離子濃度降低
B) 鈣離子濃度升高
C) 鈣離子在細胞內積累
D) 鈣離子在細胞外積累
E) 鈣離子在細胞膜上積累

D) 鈣離子在細胞外積累
Explanation: 病理性鈣化的特徵是鈣離子在細胞外積累,這通常發生在組織損傷或壞死後。

p.10
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

What is a key difference in cell size between necrosis and apoptosis?
A) Enlarged in both
B) Reduced in both
C) Enlarged in necrosis, reduced in apoptosis
D) Reduced in necrosis, enlarged in apoptosis
E) No change in either

C) Enlarged in necrosis, reduced in apoptosis
Explanation: In necrosis, the cell size is typically enlarged due to swelling, whereas in apoptosis, the cell size is reduced due to shrinkage.

p.11
Cell Death Mechanisms

What are the possible fates of necrotic cells?
A) Increased cell proliferation
B) Persist for some time or be digested
C) Enhanced cellular repair
D) Decreased cellular metabolism
E) Increased RNA synthesis

B) Persist for some time or be digested
Explanation: Necrotic cells can either persist for some time or be digested.

p.3
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

What is the main difference between apoptosis and necrosis?
A) Apoptosis is a form of accidental cell death, while necrosis is programmed
B) Apoptosis involves cell shrinkage, while necrosis involves cell swelling
C) Apoptosis results in inflammation, while necrosis does not
D) Apoptosis is always pathological, while necrosis is physiological
E) Apoptosis occurs only in cancer cells, while necrosis occurs in all cells

B) Apoptosis involves cell shrinkage, while necrosis involves cell swelling
Explanation: Apoptosis is a form of programmed cell death characterized by cell shrinkage, while necrosis is an uncontrolled form of cell death that typically involves cell swelling and rupture.

p.19
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What triggers the decline of leukocyte numbers at the end of immune and inflammatory responses?
A) Increased hormone levels
B) Loss of survival signals
C) Accumulation of misfolded proteins
D) DNA damage
E) UV light damage

B) Loss of survival signals
Explanation: The decline of leukocyte numbers at the end of immune and inflammatory responses is triggered by the loss of survival signals as the stimulus for leukocyte activation is eliminated.

p.31
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

哪個蛋白質家族調控粒線體膜的完整性和對凋亡信號的反應?
A) Caspase 家族
B) Bcl-2 家族
C) Apaf-1
D) SMAC
E) Cytochrome c

B) Bcl-2 家族
Explanation: Bcl-2 家族蛋白調控粒線體膜的完整性和對凋亡信號的反應,這些蛋白質在細胞凋亡過程中扮演關鍵角色。

p.49
Cellular Aging

What is the result of the accumulation of cellular and molecular damage?
A) Increased cellular proliferation
B) Enhanced genetic stability
C) Progressive decline in cellular function and viability
D) Decreased exposure to exogenous influences
E) Improved cellular repair mechanisms

C) Progressive decline in cellular function and viability
Explanation: The accumulation of cellular and molecular damage leads to a progressive decline in cellular function and viability, which is a hallmark of cellular aging.

p.6
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

Which of the following is NOT a cause of cell injury?
A) Oxygen deprivation
B) Toxins
C) Infectious agents
D) Excessive exercise
E) Immunologic reactions

D) Excessive exercise
Explanation: Excessive exercise is not listed as a cause of cell injury. The causes include oxygen deprivation, toxins, infectious agents, and immunologic reactions.

p.39
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is the mechanism behind metaplasia?
A) Mutation of existing cells
B) Reprogramming of stem cells or undifferentiated mesenchymal cells
C) Direct transformation of one cell type into another
D) Apoptosis of existing cells
E) Necrosis of existing cells

B) Reprogramming of stem cells or undifferentiated mesenchymal cells
Explanation: Metaplasia occurs through the reprogramming of stem cells that exist in normal tissue or of undifferentiated mesenchymal cells present in connective tissue.

p.17
Types of Necrosis

脂肪性壞死通常與哪一種情況有關?
A) 心肌梗塞
B) 胰腺炎
C) 肺結核
D) 肝硬化
E) 腎衰竭

B) 胰腺炎
Explanation: 脂肪性壞死通常與急性胰腺炎有關,因為胰酶釋放會分解脂肪組織。

p.11
Cell Death Mechanisms

What is karyorrhexis in necrotic cells?
A) Basophilia of chromatin fade
B) Nuclear shrinkage and increased basophilia
C) Pyknotic nucleus fragments
D) Increased RNA synthesis
E) Enhanced cellular repair

C) Pyknotic nucleus fragments
Explanation: Karyorrhexis refers to the fragmentation of a pyknotic nucleus in necrotic cells.

p.3
Reversible Cell Injury

Which of the following best describes reversible cell injury?
A) Permanent damage to cellular structures
B) Temporary changes that can be reversed if the stress is removed
C) Complete cell death
D) Genetic mutations leading to cancer
E) Accumulation of intracellular substances

B) Temporary changes that can be reversed if the stress is removed
Explanation: Reversible cell injury refers to temporary changes in cell structure and function that can be reversed if the stressor is removed, allowing the cell to return to its normal state.

p.19
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What causes the involution of hormone-dependent tissues?
A) Increased hormone levels
B) Decreased hormone levels
C) Accumulation of misfolded proteins
D) DNA damage
E) Infections

B) Decreased hormone levels
Explanation: The involution of hormone-dependent tissues occurs due to decreased hormone levels, leading to reduced survival signals.

p.31
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

在 necrosis 和 apoptosis 中,粒線體的損壞有何不同?
A) 在 necrosis 中,粒線體保持完整
B) 在 apoptosis 中,粒線體會完全破壞
C) 在 necrosis 中,粒線體會釋放特定蛋白質
D) 在 apoptosis 中,粒線體釋放特定蛋白質但不會完全破壞
E) 在 necrosis 中,粒線體釋放 SMAC 蛋白質

D) 在 apoptosis 中,粒線體釋放特定蛋白質但不會完全破壞
Explanation: 在 apoptosis 過程中,粒線體釋放特定的凋亡誘導蛋白質,但粒線體本身並不會完全破壞,而在 necrosis 中,粒線體會腫脹、斷裂,最終導致細胞內容物的釋放。

p.39
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is metaplasia?
A) Irreversible change of one cell type to another
B) Reversible change of one differentiated cell type to another
C) Transformation of stem cells into cancer cells
D) Replacement of mesenchymal cells with epithelial cells
E) Permanent change of epithelial cells to mesenchymal cells

B) Reversible change of one differentiated cell type to another
Explanation: Metaplasia is defined as the reversible change where one differentiated cell type is replaced by another cell type, often as an adaptive response to chronic irritation or inflammation.

p.39
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What can persistent metaplasia potentially lead to?
A) Benign tumor formation
B) Malignant transformation in metaplastic epithelium
C) Increased tissue regeneration
D) Enhanced immune response
E) Permanent tissue damage

B) Malignant transformation in metaplastic epithelium
Explanation: If metaplasia persists, it may initiate malignant transformation in the metaplastic epithelium, increasing the risk of cancer development.

p.6
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

Which of the following is an example of a physical agent causing cell injury?
A) Vitamin deficiency
B) Hypoxia
C) Trauma
D) Autoimmune disease
E) Air pollutants

C) Trauma
Explanation: Physical agents such as trauma, extreme temperatures, and radiation are listed as causes of cell injury.

p.10
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

Which of the following best describes the state of the plasma membrane in necrosis?
A) Intact
B) Disrupted
C) Fragmented
D) Thickened
E) Perforated

B) Disrupted
Explanation: In necrosis, the plasma membrane is disrupted, leading to the leakage of cellular contents and subsequent inflammation.

p.10
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

Which of the following is a common feature of necrosis but not apoptosis?
A) Frequent inflammation
B) No inflammation
C) Physiologic role
D) Fragmentation of the nucleus
E) Intact plasma membrane

A) Frequent inflammation
Explanation: Necrosis often triggers an inflammatory response due to the release of cellular contents, whereas apoptosis does not typically cause inflammation.

p.3
Cellular Adaptations to Stress

What is a typical feature of cellular adaptations to stress?
A) Permanent genetic mutations
B) Temporary changes in cell size, number, or type
C) Complete loss of cellular function
D) Immediate cell death
E) Formation of new organelles

B) Temporary changes in cell size, number, or type
Explanation: Cellular adaptations to stress typically involve temporary changes in cell size, number, or type, allowing the cell to cope with adverse conditions and maintain function.

p.19
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What is a pathologic condition that leads to apoptosis due to DNA damage?
A) Loss of growth factor signaling
B) Activation of proapoptotic proteins by BH3-only sensors
C) Decreased hormone levels
D) Loss of survival signals
E) Strong recognition of self antigens

B) Activation of proapoptotic proteins by BH3-only sensors
Explanation: DNA damage leads to apoptosis through the activation of proapoptotic proteins by BH3-only sensors.

p.28
Mechanisms of Cell Injury

Which of the following is an example of a latent toxin?
A) Toxins made by microorganisms
B) Anti-neoplastic chemotherapeutic agents
C) Carbon tetrachloride (CCl4)
D) Alcohol
E) Nicotine

C) Carbon tetrachloride (CCl4)
Explanation: Latent toxins include substances like Carbon tetrachloride (CCl4) and acetaminophen, which require metabolic activation to become toxic.

p.11
Cell Death Mechanisms

What is a consequence of severe injury in cells?
A) Increased cell proliferation
B) Necrosis
C) Enhanced cellular repair
D) Decreased cellular metabolism
E) Increased RNA synthesis

B) Necrosis
Explanation: Severe injury in cells often leads to necrosis, which is characterized by the denaturation of cellular proteins, leakage of cellular contents through damaged membranes, local inflammation, and enzymatic digestion of the lethally injured cell.

p.18
Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

What typically characterizes apoptosis in terms of cell involvement?
A) It usually involves multiple cells
B) It usually involves a single cell
C) It always involves the entire tissue
D) It involves the whole organism
E) It involves only the extracellular matrix

B) It usually involves a single cell
Explanation: Apoptosis typically involves the death of a single cell, which is why it is less likely to trigger an inflammatory response.

p.13
Types of Necrosis

What is the dominant process in liquefactive necrosis?
A) Protein denaturation
B) Enzyme digestion
C) Lipid peroxidation
D) Calcium deposition
E) Fibrosis

B) Enzyme digestion
Explanation: Liquefactive necrosis is characterized by dominant enzyme digestion, which leads to the breakdown of cellular structures.

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Mechanisms of Cell Injury

How do infections, especially certain viral infections, induce apoptosis?
A) Loss of growth factor signaling
B) Activation of the mitochondrial pathway by viral proteins
C) Decreased hormone levels
D) Loss of survival signals
E) Strong recognition of self antigens

B) Activation of the mitochondrial pathway by viral proteins
Explanation: Infections, particularly certain viral infections, induce apoptosis through the activation of the mitochondrial pathway by viral proteins.

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Cell Death Mechanisms

Which publication provides a guide to the expanding field of extracellular vesicles and their release in regulated cell death programs?
A) Cell death: a review of the major forms of apoptosis, necrosis and autophagy
B) Cell death pathways: intricate connections and disease implications
C) A Glimpse of necroptosis and diseases
D) Ferroptosis in life: To be or not to be
E) A guide to the expanding field of extracellular vesicles and their release in regulated cell death programs

E) A guide to the expanding field of extracellular vesicles and their release in regulated cell death programs
Explanation: The article 'A guide to the expanding field of extracellular vesicles and their release in regulated cell death programs' focuses on extracellular vesicles and their role in regulated cell death.

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Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What is a characteristic of latent toxins?
A) They act immediately upon exposure
B) They require metabolic activation to become toxic
C) They are always produced by infectious pathogens
D) They cause apoptotic cell death
E) They are harmless in small doses

B) They require metabolic activation to become toxic
Explanation: Latent toxins, such as Carbon tetrachloride (CCl4) and acetaminophen, require metabolic activation to become toxic and induce cell injury.

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Cell Death Mechanisms

What is apoptosis?
A) A pathway of cell death involving external factors
B) A pathway of cell death where cells activate enzymes to degrade their own components
C) A process of cell division
D) A method of cellular repair
E) A type of inflammation response

B) A pathway of cell death where cells activate enzymes to degrade their own components
Explanation: Apoptosis is a pathway of cell death in which cells activate enzymes that degrade the cells’ own nuclear DNA and nuclear and cytoplasmic proteins.

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Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

Why does apoptosis rarely cause an inflammatory response?
A) Because it involves multiple cells
B) Because it involves the entire tissue
C) Because it maintains the cell membrane structure
D) Because it releases inflammatory cytokines
E) Because it involves external factors

C) Because it maintains the cell membrane structure
Explanation: Apoptosis rarely causes an inflammatory response because the cell membrane remains intact, preventing the release of intracellular contents that could trigger inflammation.

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Mechanisms of Cell Injury

Which of the following is a common mechanism of cell injury?
A) Increased protein synthesis
B) Enhanced DNA repair
C) Oxidative stress
D) Improved cellular respiration
E) Enhanced cell proliferation

C) Oxidative stress
Explanation: Oxidative stress, caused by an imbalance between the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and the cell's ability to detoxify them, is a common mechanism of cell injury that can lead to cellular damage and death.

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Mechanisms of Cell Injury

How are potentially harmful self-reactive lymphocytes eliminated?
A) Loss of growth factor signaling
B) Strong recognition of self antigens
C) Accumulation of misfolded proteins
D) DNA damage
E) Infections

B) Strong recognition of self antigens
Explanation: Potentially harmful self-reactive lymphocytes are eliminated through strong recognition of self antigens, which induces apoptosis by both the mitochondrial and death receptor pathways.

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Cell Death Mechanisms

Which publication discusses ferroptosis and its significance?
A) Cell death: a review of the major forms of apoptosis, necrosis and autophagy
B) Cell death pathways: intricate connections and disease implications
C) A Glimpse of necroptosis and diseases
D) Ferroptosis in life: To be or not to be
E) The therapeutic potential of targeting regulated non-apoptotic cell death

D) Ferroptosis in life: To be or not to be
Explanation: The article 'Ferroptosis in life: To be or not to be' specifically addresses the concept of ferroptosis and its importance.

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Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

How does apoptosis affect the cell membrane?
A) The cell membrane disintegrates immediately
B) The cell membrane remains intact
C) The cell membrane becomes highly permeable
D) The cell membrane fuses with neighboring cells
E) The cell membrane forms vesicles

B) The cell membrane remains intact
Explanation: During apoptosis, the cell membrane maintains its structure, which helps prevent the release of potentially harmful cellular contents and minimizes inflammation.

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Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What are the consequences of an injurious stimulus dependent on?
A) Type of cell, metabolic state, adaptability, and genetic makeup
B) Size of the cell and its location
C) Age of the organism and environmental conditions
D) Presence of other cells and nutrients
E) Type of injury and its duration

A) Type of cell, metabolic state, adaptability, and genetic makeup
Explanation: The consequences of an injurious stimulus depend on the type of cell affected, its metabolic state, adaptability, and genetic makeup. These factors influence how a cell copes with and responds to injury.

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Cellular Aging

What is a key feature of cellular aging?
A) Increased cell proliferation
B) Enhanced DNA repair mechanisms
C) Accumulation of cellular damage over time
D) Improved cellular function
E) Decreased oxidative stress

C) Accumulation of cellular damage over time
Explanation: A key feature of cellular aging is the accumulation of cellular damage over time, which can lead to a decline in cellular function and contribute to the aging process and age-related diseases.

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Cell Death Mechanisms

Which of the following articles provides a review of the major forms of apoptosis, necrosis, and autophagy?
A) Cell death pathways: intricate connections and disease implications
B) A Glimpse of necroptosis and diseases
C) Cell death: a review of the major forms of apoptosis, necrosis and autophagy
D) Ferroptosis in life: To be or not to be
E) The therapeutic potential of targeting regulated non-apoptotic cell death

C) Cell death: a review of the major forms of apoptosis, necrosis and autophagy
Explanation: The article titled 'Cell death: a review of the major forms of apoptosis, necrosis and autophagy' specifically focuses on reviewing the major forms of these cell death mechanisms.

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Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

How are cellular contents handled in apoptosis compared to necrosis?
A) Enzymatic digestion in both
B) Intact in both
C) Enzymatic digestion in apoptosis, intact in necrosis
D) Intact in apoptosis, enzymatic digestion in necrosis
E) Fragmented in both

D) Intact in apoptosis, enzymatic digestion in necrosis
Explanation: In apoptosis, cellular contents remain intact and are packaged into apoptotic bodies, whereas in necrosis, cellular contents undergo enzymatic digestion.

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Mechanisms of Cell Injury

What is a common compensatory mechanism for cell death?
A) Hypertrophy
B) Atrophy
C) Apoptosis
D) Necrosis
E) Autophagy

A) Hypertrophy
Explanation: Hypertrophy is a common compensatory mechanism for cell death. When cells die, the remaining cells may increase in size to compensate for the loss, maintaining tissue function.

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Types of Necrosis

Which of the following is an example of a condition that can result in liquefactive necrosis?
A) Myocardial infarction
B) Tuberculosis
C) Pus formation in abscesses
D) Atherosclerosis
E) Amyloidosis

C) Pus formation in abscesses
Explanation: Pus formation, such as in abscesses or acne, is a common example of liquefactive necrosis where the tissue is digested into a liquid mass.

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Types of Necrosis

在 necrosis 過程中,粒線體的損壞是由什麼因素導致的?
A) 基因突變
B) 外部因素如創傷、毒素或缺氧
C) 細胞內部信號
D) 細胞色素 c 的釋放
E) Caspase 級聯反應

B) 外部因素如創傷、毒素或缺氧
Explanation: 在 necrosis 過程中,粒線體的損壞是由外部因素(如創傷、毒素或缺氧)導致的,這些因素會破壞細胞膜和細胞器膜,包括粒線體膜。

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Types of Necrosis

在 necrosis 過程中,粒線體會發生什麼變化?
A) 粒線體會釋放細胞色素 c
B) 粒線體會腫脹、斷裂
C) 粒線體膜的通透性增加
D) 粒線體釋放 SMAC 蛋白質
E) 粒線體保持完整

B) 粒線體會腫脹、斷裂
Explanation: 在 necrosis 過程中,粒線體會腫脹、斷裂,最終導致細胞內容物的釋放,這是由於外部因素(如創傷、毒素或缺氧)導致的細胞死亡。

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Apoptosis vs. Necrosis

在 apoptosis 過程中,粒線體會釋放什麼特定蛋白質?
A) 細胞色素 c
B) Caspase-9
C) Bcl-2
D) ATP
E) DNA

A) 細胞色素 c
Explanation: 在 apoptosis 過程中,粒線體膜的通透性增加,釋放出細胞色素 c 等蛋白質,這些蛋白質與 Apaf-1 和前體 caspase-9 結合形成凋亡體,啟動 caspase 級聯反應。

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