20 Questions
Which type of stroke occurs when there is abnormal clotting in the patient's blood?
Thrombo-embolic stroke
What causes a hemorrhagic stroke?
High blood pressure
How does estrogen affect red blood cells (RBCs)?
It changes the shape of RBCs
What happens to RBCs when estrogen is present in high levels?
They become less flexible
What happens to fibrin when estrogen is present?
It forms a thickened, matted deposit
What is convalescent plasma therapy?
An experimental treatment for severe COVID-19
What are antibodies?
Proteins that fight off infections
What is the liquid portion of the blood called?
Plasma
Which form of regenerative medicine and cell therapy is mentioned in the text?
Stem cell therapy
What is the purpose of convalescent plasma in COVID-19 treatment?
To boost the immune response
What is the objective of cell therapy mentioned in the text?
To restore lost function
What has the U.S. FDA approved for treating COVID-19?
No drugs specifically for COVID-19
Which substance is mentioned as an anti-aging agent in regenerating skin cells?
Hyaluronic acid
How is platelet-rich plasma obtained for anti-aging treatment?
Collected from the patient's own blood
What is the primary component of the extracellular matrix?
Hyaluronic acid
In which body parts is hyaluronic acid present in high concentrations?
Synovial joints and eyes
What is one of the uses of hyaluronic acid in aesthetic medicine?
Dermal fillers
Which role does intact hyaluronic acid play in wound healing?
Facilitates cell motility and regeneration
What can impair the procedure of using platelet-rich plasma for skin regeneration?
Systemic inflammation
Which hormone therapy is mentioned in the context of anti-aging medicine?
Estrogen replacement therapy
Test your knowledge on anti-ageing medicine technologies such as regenerative medicine, cell therapy, hyaluronic acid, and platelet-rich plasma. Explore the use of these technologies in restoring lost functions and regenerating skin cells.
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