16 Questions
What is the main focus of the research proposal submitted to the Council of the Erbil Technical Health and Medical College?
Characterization of Candida Species in the Oral Cavity of Diabetic Patients
How many species are currently within the genus Candida?
200
What is the most common cause of oral candidiasis?
Candida albicans
What are some examples of Candida species mentioned in the text?
Candida albicans, Candida tropicalis, Candida pseudotropicalis, and Candida glabrata
Which department does the research proposal belong to at Erbil Polytechnic University?
Medical Laboratory Technology Department
Who are the individuals listed as the authors of the research proposal?
Samyan Elham Khald, Saba Hawar Mustafa, Rezhin Sleman Ashqi
Why is the identification of Candida species vital in diabetic patients?
To facilitate targeted treatment approaches and comprehend the link between Candida infections and diabetic complications.
What is the most prevalent Candida species in diabetic patients according to Hasan et al. (2018)?
Candida albicans
What is the predicted number of adults with diabetes by the year 2045, according to the World Health Organization and the International Diabetes Federation?
629 million
What percentage of diabetic patients are diagnosed with type 2 diabetes?
85-90%
What are some salivary dysfunctions common in type 2 diabetic patients?
Xerostomia, decreased salivary function, lichen planus, tooth decay, and periodontal diseases
What is the prevalence of Candida carriage among diabetics, as reported by Mogahed et al. (2017)?
38%
According to Al-Awadhi et al. (2023), what is the prevalence of Candida sp. in diabetic patients compared to non-diabetic patients?
89% vs. 55%
What is the significant association between Candida infection and diabetes, according to the study by Al-Awadhi et al. (2023)?
P=.
What are some reasons making diabetic patients more susceptible to oral candidiasis?
High levels of salivary glucose, low secretion of saliva, impaired chemotaxis, and defect of phagocytosis due to polymorphonuclear leukocyte deficiency
What is the most common endocrine metabolic disorder?
Diabetes
This quiz covers a research proposal on the characterization of Candida species in the oral cavity of diabetic patients. It encompasses a case-control study submitted as part of the requirements for a Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology.
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