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Which of the following is NOT a common genetic risk factor for COPD?
Which of the following is NOT a common genetic risk factor for COPD?
- Genetic mutations leading to α-1 antitrypsin deficiency
- Genetic mutations affecting serine proteases
- Genetic mutations affecting inflammatory responses
- Genetic mutations leading to hereditary deficiency of elastin (correct)
What is a major circulating inhibitor of serine proteases implicated in COPD?
What is a major circulating inhibitor of serine proteases implicated in COPD?
- Neutrophils
- Elastin
- α-1 antitrypsin (correct)
- Macrophages
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of protease-mediated destruction in COPD?
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of protease-mediated destruction in COPD?
- Decreased neutrophils
- Peribronchiolar fibrosis (correct)
- Increased lymphocytes
- Reduced macrophages
What structural changes occur in the lungs in COPD due to an imbalance between proteases and antiproteases?
What structural changes occur in the lungs in COPD due to an imbalance between proteases and antiproteases?
Which of the following is NOT a common pathophysiological feature of COPD?
Which of the following is NOT a common pathophysiological feature of COPD?
What is the main characteristic that distinguishes Chronic Bronchitis from Emphysema in COPD?
What is the main characteristic that distinguishes Chronic Bronchitis from Emphysema in COPD?
What defines the duration criteria for Chronic Bronchitis as part of COPD diagnosis?
What defines the duration criteria for Chronic Bronchitis as part of COPD diagnosis?
Which statement accurately describes the role of cigarette smoking in the development of COPD?
Which statement accurately describes the role of cigarette smoking in the development of COPD?
How are abnormalities of the airways and alveoli in COPD manifested?
How are abnormalities of the airways and alveoli in COPD manifested?
What defines Emphysema pathologically in the context of COPD?
What defines Emphysema pathologically in the context of COPD?
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