Cellular Injury Mechanisms

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What happens to ATP production when oxygen levels are low?

ATP production decreases due to insufficient oxidative phosphorylation. (correct)

ATP production increases anaerobically without using glycogen.

ATP production remains the same regardless of oxygen levels.

ATP production shifts entirely to aerobic pathways.

Which of the following is considered a downstream effect of reduced ATP supply in cells?

Elevated ion imbalances. (correct)

Enhanced oxidative phosphorylation.

Increased protein synthesis.

Stabilized membrane integrity.

What is hypertrophy in the context of cellular responses to stress?

Increase in cell size. (correct)

Formation of new cells.

Decrease in cell size.

Loss of cell function.

What key consequence arises from membrane damage due to cellular injury?

Deterioration of cellular functions. Signup and view all the answers

Which process primarily compensates for low oxygen levels in cells?

Glycolysis for anaerobic ATP production. Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic feature of irreversible cellular injury?

Sustained membrane damage and cell death. Signup and view all the answers

How does reduced ATP availability affect the sodium-potassium pump?

The pump becomes ineffective, leading to ion imbalances. Signup and view all the answers

What role do extracellular matrix components play in cellular injury and stress responses?

They assist in maintaining tissue integrity and support cellular functions. Signup and view all the answers

What is one cause of cellular injury mentioned in the content?

Cell membrane damage Signup and view all the answers

Which mechanism can lead to protein misfolding or DNA damage?

UV radiation exposure Signup and view all the answers

What occurs as a result of damaged plasma membranes?

Loss of regulation of substances entering and leaving the cell Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of cellular injury mechanism described?

Extracellular matrix repair Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of an injurious stimulus that may lead to cancer?

Radiation exposure Signup and view all the answers

In the context of cellular injury, which scenario exemplifies reversible injury?

Mild cell membrane damage during exercise Signup and view all the answers

How does cellular response to injury typically occur?

Multiple types of injury mechanisms can occur simultaneously. Signup and view all the answers

What role does the plasma membrane fulfill in cellular function?

Regulation of substance entry and exit Signup and view all the answers

What can mitochondrial damage lead to in a cell?

Cell membrane damage Signup and view all the answers

What does ischemia indicate in a tissue context?

Insufficient oxygen delivery Signup and view all the answers

How can excess calcium entry lead to cellular damage?

It activates various enzymes within the cell Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly describes a consequence of mitochondrial dysfunction?

Potential cell membrane damage Signup and view all the answers

Which cellular injury mechanism is caused by impaired blood flow?

Ischemia Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential outcome when the cell membrane is compromised?

Protein damage Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'ion channels' refer to in the context of cellular injury?

Gateways that manage ion flow into and out of cells Signup and view all the answers

Which process might occur if cellular injury is reversible?

Adaptation to stress Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Cellular Injury Mechanisms

Cell membrane damage: Disrupts regulating what enters and exits the cell, leading to leaking of cellular components and potential digestion of intracellular components.
- Examples: Weight training, physical trauma.
Protein misfolding or DNA damage: Can be caused by exposure to radiation or carcinogens.
- Examples: UV radiation, chemicals.
Mitochondrial damage: Can lead to cell membrane damage, protein misfolding, and DNA damage.
Calcium entry into the cell: Can occur due to cell membrane dysfunction, ion channel changes, or diffusion gradient imbalances.
- Impacts mitochondrial permeability and activates enzymes.
Ischemia: Insufficient oxygen delivery to tissue:
- Examples: Heart attack (cardiac muscle), stroke (brain tissue).
- Leads to mitochondrial dysfunction, reduced ATP production, sodium-potassium pump malfunction, and impaired protein synthesis.
- Can result in membrane damage.

Cell Response to Stress

Hypertrophy: Increase in cell size without an increase in cell number.
- Example: Weight training.

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This quiz explores various mechanisms of cellular injury, including the impact of cell membrane damage, protein misfolding, and mitochondrial dysfunction. Understand how factors like ischemia and calcium entry contribute to cellular damage and the consequences of these injuries. Test your knowledge on related examples and concepts.