Inflammatory Response Transition Quiz

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What is a characteristic of chronic inflammation?

Marked by the exudation of protein-poor fluid containing large numbers of leukocytes (correct)

Derived from the plasma or secretions of mesothelial cells

Result of the persistence of the injurious agent or interference with the normal healing process

Infected by organisms and contains large numbers of leukocytes

What is the main feature of serous inflammation?

Presence of large molecules like fibrinogen in the exudate

Contains large numbers of leukocytes and is infected by organisms

Accumulation of leukocytes and fluid in extravascular tissue

Result of increased vascular permeability and protein-poor fluid accumulation (correct)

Which condition results in the formation of fibrin and its deposition in extracellular spaces?

Scarring or Fibrosis

Fibrinous inflammation (correct)

Chronic inflammation

Serous inflammation

What is a key element in scarring or fibrosis?

Dilation of small blood vessels Signup and view all the answers

Which term best describes the accumulation of fluid in serous cavities?

Effusion Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of a skin blister caused by a burn or viral infection?

Accumulation of protein-poor fluid derived from plasma Signup and view all the answers

What is the distinguishing characteristic of an exudate compared to a transudate?

High protein concentration Signup and view all the answers

Which type of fluid denotes an excess of fluid in the interstitial tissue?

Serous fluid Signup and view all the answers

What is the major vascular change that occurs during an inflammatory reaction?

Dilation of small vessels Signup and view all the answers

Which type of inflammation is characterized by the presence of pus, rich in leukocytes and microbes?

Serous inflammation Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to an inflammatory exudate with little to no cellular materials and low specific gravity?

Transudate Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of vascular changes like increased permeability during inflammation?

Enable plasma proteins and leukocytes to reach the site of injury Signup and view all the answers

Which type of inflammation is known for its rapid onset and short duration?

Serous inflammation Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes chronic inflammation?

Abundance of lymphocytes and macrophages Signup and view all the answers

Which type of inflammation is associated with vascular proliferation and fibrosis?

Chronic inflammation Signup and view all the answers

What term is used to describe the process of repair following tissue damage in inflammatory reactions?

Fibrosis Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of the inflammatory reaction as stated in the text?

To bring leukocytes and plasma proteins to the site of infection or tissue damage Signup and view all the answers

In which type of inflammation are leukocytes and proteins activated to destroy the offending substance?

Chronic inflammation Signup and view all the answers

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