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Which cellular process is most directly impaired by the detachment of ribosomes from the rough endoplasmic reticulum (RER) following exposure to carbon tetrachloride ($CCl_4$)?
Which cellular process is most directly impaired by the detachment of ribosomes from the rough endoplasmic reticulum (RER) following exposure to carbon tetrachloride ($CCl_4$)?
- Lipid synthesis
- Carbohydrate metabolism
- Protein synthesis (correct)
- DNA replication
Why does decreased apolipoprotein production, as a result of carbon tetrachloride ($CCl_4$) exposure, lead to fatty change in the liver?
Why does decreased apolipoprotein production, as a result of carbon tetrachloride ($CCl_4$) exposure, lead to fatty change in the liver?
- Reduced synthesis of triglycerides
- Impaired export of triglycerides from hepatocytes (correct)
- Increased breakdown of fatty acids
- Enhanced uptake of fatty acids by the liver
What is the primary mechanism by which reperfusion of ischemic tissues can paradoxically worsen tissue damage?
What is the primary mechanism by which reperfusion of ischemic tissues can paradoxically worsen tissue damage?
- Production of oxygen-derived free radicals (correct)
- Sudden increase in ATP production
- Influx of calcium ions into damaged cells
- Cessation of anaerobic metabolism
What microscopic feature is characteristic of amyloid deposits, regardless of the specific protein involved?
What microscopic feature is characteristic of amyloid deposits, regardless of the specific protein involved?
What causes the apple-green birefringence observed under polarized light after Congo red staining in amyloid deposits?
What causes the apple-green birefringence observed under polarized light after Congo red staining in amyloid deposits?
Which of the following disease states is most closely associated with primary amyloidosis (AL amyloid)?
Which of the following disease states is most closely associated with primary amyloidosis (AL amyloid)?
Serum amyloid-associated (SAA) protein, which is a precursor to AA amyloid in secondary amyloidosis, is primarily synthesized in response to what condition?
Serum amyloid-associated (SAA) protein, which is a precursor to AA amyloid in secondary amyloidosis, is primarily synthesized in response to what condition?
Familial Mediterranean Fever (FMF) is characterized by which of the following genetic and demographic associations?
Familial Mediterranean Fever (FMF) is characterized by which of the following genetic and demographic associations?
During acute attacks of Familial Mediterranean Fever (FMF), which process leads to systemic amyloidosis?
During acute attacks of Familial Mediterranean Fever (FMF), which process leads to systemic amyloidosis?
Which of the following is a classic clinical finding associated with systemic amyloidosis?
Which of the following is a classic clinical finding associated with systemic amyloidosis?
Why is tissue biopsy essential in diagnosing systemic amyloidosis?
Why is tissue biopsy essential in diagnosing systemic amyloidosis?
Which of the following represents an easily accessible biopsy target for diagnosing systemic amyloidosis?
Which of the following represents an easily accessible biopsy target for diagnosing systemic amyloidosis?
Why are organ transplants often necessary in cases of advanced systemic amyloidosis?
Why are organ transplants often necessary in cases of advanced systemic amyloidosis?
In senile cardiac amyloidosis, what protein is commonly found deposited in the heart?
In senile cardiac amyloidosis, what protein is commonly found deposited in the heart?
What is the typical clinical presentation of senile cardiac amyloidosis?
What is the typical clinical presentation of senile cardiac amyloidosis?
Which of the following is a key difference between systemic and localized amyloidosis?
Which of the following is a key difference between systemic and localized amyloidosis?
What staining method is used to identify amyloid deposits in tissue samples?
What staining method is used to identify amyloid deposits in tissue samples?
What microscopic characteristic is associated with amyloid deposits after Congo red staining under polarized light?
What microscopic characteristic is associated with amyloid deposits after Congo red staining under polarized light?
Which of the following best describes the significance of identifying amyloid deposits in a tissue sample?
Which of the following best describes the significance of identifying amyloid deposits in a tissue sample?
In addition to identifying amyloid deposits, what other pathological change is shown in the provided images?
In addition to identifying amyloid deposits, what other pathological change is shown in the provided images?
A patient's liver biopsy shows lipid accumulation, which is indicative of steatosis. Which cellular adaptation is most likely involved?
A patient's liver biopsy shows lipid accumulation, which is indicative of steatosis. Which cellular adaptation is most likely involved?
A biopsy of a patient with suspected amyloidosis is performed. Which staining technique would best confirm the presence of amyloid deposits?
A biopsy of a patient with suspected amyloidosis is performed. Which staining technique would best confirm the presence of amyloid deposits?
Under polarized light microscopy, what visual characteristic confirms amyloid deposits?
Under polarized light microscopy, what visual characteristic confirms amyloid deposits?
How does the presence of hepatic steatosis contribute to cellular injury?
How does the presence of hepatic steatosis contribute to cellular injury?
Which disorder is directly associated with the deposition of amyloid fibrils as seen in the image?
Which disorder is directly associated with the deposition of amyloid fibrils as seen in the image?
What common feature is shared by both hepatic steatosis and amyloid deposition that is relevant to cell injury?
What common feature is shared by both hepatic steatosis and amyloid deposition that is relevant to cell injury?
Which of the following mechanisms do CD8+ cytotoxic T cells utilize to induce apoptosis in target cells?
Which of the following mechanisms do CD8+ cytotoxic T cells utilize to induce apoptosis in target cells?
What is the role of B7 and CD28 in T cell activation?
What is the role of B7 and CD28 in T cell activation?
How do TH1 and TH2 subsets of CD4+ helper T cells contribute differently to the immune response?
How do TH1 and TH2 subsets of CD4+ helper T cells contribute differently to the immune response?
Which of the following is a critical difference in antigen presentation to CD4+ helper T cells versus CD8+ cytotoxic T cells?
Which of the following is a critical difference in antigen presentation to CD4+ helper T cells versus CD8+ cytotoxic T cells?
What is the primary function of the T-cell receptor (TCR) complex in T lymphocyte activation?
What is the primary function of the T-cell receptor (TCR) complex in T lymphocyte activation?
Which of the following complement components directly contributes to the formation of the membrane attack complex (MAC)?
Which of the following complement components directly contributes to the formation of the membrane attack complex (MAC)?
A patient experiencing increased vascular permeability and vasodilation is likely experiencing the effects of which anaphylatoxins?
A patient experiencing increased vascular permeability and vasodilation is likely experiencing the effects of which anaphylatoxins?
Which of the following is the primary mechanism by which the membrane attack complex (MAC) causes direct microbial damage?
Which of the following is the primary mechanism by which the membrane attack complex (MAC) causes direct microbial damage?
Hageman factor (Factor XII) activation initiates which of the following cascades?
Hageman factor (Factor XII) activation initiates which of the following cascades?
Which of the following best describes the role of bradykinin in the inflammatory response?
Which of the following best describes the role of bradykinin in the inflammatory response?
The redness (rubor) and warmth (calor) associated with inflammation are primarily due to:
The redness (rubor) and warmth (calor) associated with inflammation are primarily due to:
Swelling (tumor) during inflammation is mainly caused by:
Swelling (tumor) during inflammation is mainly caused by:
Which of the following mediators is MOST directly responsible for the sensitization of sensory nerve endings, leading to pain (dolor) during inflammation?
Which of the following mediators is MOST directly responsible for the sensitization of sensory nerve endings, leading to pain (dolor) during inflammation?
Which complement protein acts as an opsonin, enhancing phagocytosis of pathogens?
Which complement protein acts as an opsonin, enhancing phagocytosis of pathogens?
Following tissue damage, exposure of subendothelial collagen leads to the activation of Hageman factor (Factor XII). This activation subsequently triggers the kinin system. What is the direct result of this activation?
Following tissue damage, exposure of subendothelial collagen leads to the activation of Hageman factor (Factor XII). This activation subsequently triggers the kinin system. What is the direct result of this activation?
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Carbon tetrachloride (CCl4)
Carbon tetrachloride (CCl4)
An organic solvent often used in dry cleaning.
P450 system
P450 system
A liver enzyme system that converts CCl4 to free radicals.
Cell injury from CCl4
Cell injury from CCl4
CCl4 exposure leads to swelling of RER and detachment of ribosomes.
Fatty change in liver
Fatty change in liver
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Reperfusion injury
Reperfusion injury
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Amyloid
Amyloid
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Primary amyloidosis
Primary amyloidosis
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FMF
FMF
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Neutrophil Dysfunction
Neutrophil Dysfunction
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SAA Levels in FMF
SAA Levels in FMF
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AA Amyloid
AA Amyloid
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Systemic Amyloidosis Symptoms
Systemic Amyloidosis Symptoms
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Nephrotic Syndrome
Nephrotic Syndrome
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Restrictive Cardiomyopathy
Restrictive Cardiomyopathy
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Localized Amyloidosis
Localized Amyloidosis
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Diagnosis of Amyloidosis
Diagnosis of Amyloidosis
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Familial Amyloid Cardiomyopathy
Familial Amyloid Cardiomyopathy
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Congo Red Staining
Congo Red Staining
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Apple-Green Birefringence
Apple-Green Birefringence
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Cardiomyopathy
Cardiomyopathy
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Genetic Disorder
Genetic Disorder
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Tissue Dysfunction
Tissue Dysfunction
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Heart Dysfunction
Heart Dysfunction
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Protein Accumulation
Protein Accumulation
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C3 convertase
C3 convertase
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C5 convertase
C5 convertase
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C3a and C5a
C3a and C5a
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Macrophage attack complex (MAC)
Macrophage attack complex (MAC)
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Hageman factor (Factor XII)
Hageman factor (Factor XII)
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Bradykinin
Bradykinin
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Histamine
Histamine
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Cardinal signs of inflammation
Cardinal signs of inflammation
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Vasodilation
Vasodilation
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Neutrophil chemotaxis
Neutrophil chemotaxis
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T lymphocytes
T lymphocytes
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TCR complex
TCR complex
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MHC molecules
MHC molecules
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CD4+ helper T cells
CD4+ helper T cells
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CD8+ cytotoxic T cells
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Study Notes
Hemostasis and Related Disorders
- Hemostasis is the process of stopping bleeding.
- It involves two stages
- Primary hemostasis: involves platelet plug formation.
- Secondary hemostasis: involves coagulation cascade that stabilizes the platelet plug.
- Primary Hemostasis
- Step 1: Transient vasoconstriction of damaged vessels to reduce blood flow.
- Step 2: Platelet adhesion to the damaged vessel surface.
- Von Willebrand factor (vWF) binds exposed subendothelial collagen.
- Platelets bind to vWF via the GPIb receptor. vWF is derived from Weibel-Palade bodies of endothelial cells and α-granules of platelets.
- Step 3: Platelet degranulation. - Adhesion triggers the release of mediators such as ADP from dense granules. - ADP exposes and activates GPIIb/IIIa receptors on platelets.
- Step 4: Platelet aggregation
- Platelets aggregate via interaction of exposed GPIIb/IIIa receptors with fibrinogen, forming a platelet plug.
- Disorders of Primary Hemostasis
- Usually due to platelet abnormalities: quantitative or qualitative.
- Characterized by mucosal and skin bleeding.
- Symptoms include epistaxis, hemoptysis, GI bleeding, hematuria, menorrhagia, petechiae, purpura, ecchymoses, and easy bruising.
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
- Autoimmune production of IgG against platelet antigens.
- IgG-bound platelets are removed by splenic macrophages.
- Characterized by thrombocytopenia and bleeding.
- Microangiopathic Hemolytic Anemia (MAHA)
- Pathologic formation of platelet microthrombi.
- Platelets get consumed forming microthrombi.
- RBCs are "sheared" as they cross microthrombi leading to hemolytic anemia with schistocytes.
- Caused by TTP or HUS (often due to aberrant vWF).
Secondary Hemostasis and Related Disorders
- Secondary Hemostasis
- Involves coagulation cascade: a series of enzymatic reactions that convert fibrinogen to fibrin, forming a stable clot.
- Stabilizes the platelet plug to prevent bleeding.
- Disorders of Secondary Hemostasis
- Usually due to factor abnormalities.
- Characterized by deep tissue bleeding, joint or mucosal bleeding and rebleeding after surgical procedures.
- Hemophilia A
- Factor VIII deficiency.
- Hemophilia B (Christmas Disease)
- Factor IX deficiency
- Von Willebrand Disease
- Genetic vWF deficiency.
- Usually presents as mild mucosal and skin bleeding and low vWF impairs platelet adhesion.
- Vitamin K deficiency
- Vitamin K is required for activation of several clotting factors.
- Deficiency results in decreased activity of clotting factors.
- Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC)
- Abnormal activation of coagulation cascade leads to microthrombi deposition widespread in microcirculation, particularly on vessel walls.
Other Important Features of Tumor Development
- Telomerase: Essential for cell immortality. Normally, telomeres shorten with cell division, eventually leading to cellular senescence.
- Angiogenesis: Formation of new blood vessels, required for tumor survival and growth. FGF and VEGF (angiogenic factors) are commonly produced by tumor cells.
- Immune surveillance avoidance: Avoiding immune surveillance is necessary for tumor survival.
- Mutations: Mutations often result in the production of abnormal proteins, which are expressed on MHC class I. These proteins are recognized & destroyed by CD8+ T cells.
Clinical Characteristics of Tumors
- Benign Tumors: Slow growing, well-circumscribed, distinct, and mobile.
- Malignant Tumors: Rapid growing, poorly circumscribed, infiltrative, and fixed to surrounding tissues.
Histologic Features of Tumors
- Benign Tumors: Organized growth, uniform nuclei, low nuclear-to-cytoplasmic ratio, minimal mitotic activity, and lack of invasion.
- Malignant Tumors: Disorganized growth, nuclear pleomorphism, high nuclear-to-cytoplasmic ratio, high mitotic activity, and invasion.
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Explore hemostasis, the process of stopping bleeding, including primary and secondary stages. Primary hemostasis involves platelet plug formation, while secondary hemostasis involves the coagulation cascade. Learn about vasoconstriction, platelet adhesion, degranulation, and aggregation.
