5 Questions
What is the term for the breakdown of red blood cells?
Hemolysis
Which of the following is a parasitic cause of obstructive jaundice?
Liver flukes
What is the term for the presence of stones in the gallbladder?
Cholelithiasis
What is the term for the yellowish discoloration of the skin and eyes?
Jaundice
Which of the following is NOT a cause of obstructive jaundice?
Hemolysis
Study Notes
Obstructive Jaundice Causes
- A is not a cause of obstructive jaundice, as jaundice due to hemolysis is a type of hemolytic jaundice, not obstructive jaundice.
- Choleliths (gallstones) are a cause of obstructive jaundice, as they can block the bile ducts.
- Liver flukes are a cause of obstructive jaundice, as they can also block the bile ducts.
Identify the correct cause of obstructive jaundice among the given options. This quiz is useful for medical students and healthcare professionals.
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