Microscopic Examination of Lymphadenitis
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Which term refers to the enlargement or swelling of lymph nodes?

  • Splenomegaly
  • Lymphadenopathy (correct)
  • Hyperplasia
  • Lymphadenitis
  • What type of lymphadenopathy may affect only specific groups of lymph nodes?

  • Chronic non-specific lymphadenitis
  • Localized lymphadenopathy (correct)
  • Reactive hyperplasia
  • Acute suppurative lymphadenitis
  • Which type of non-neoplastic lymph node enlargement is specifically caused by TB and Sarcoidosis?

  • Chronic non-specific lymphadenitis
  • Acute suppurative lymphadenitis
  • Reactive lymphadenitis
  • Specific chronic lymphadenitis (correct)
  • What is the term used for reactive lymph node enlargement caused by infection and non-microbial agents?

    <p>Reactive hyperplasia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic microscopic feature of acute nonspecific lymphadenitis?

    <p>Neutrophil infiltration into lymphoid sinuses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of lymphadenitis can lead to the formation of a cold abscess due to marked caseation?

    <p>Chronic specific lymphadenitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following lymph nodes is primarily affected in cases of primary pulmonary tuberculosis?

    <p>Hilar lymph nodes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism of blood spread in tuberculous lymphadenitis causing isolated organ or miliary tuberculosis?

    <p>Direct spread</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder is characterized by the presence of small non-caseating epithelioid cell granuloma containing langhan’s type giant cells and shawmman bodies?

    <p>Sarcoidosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cellular feature seen in reactive follicular hyperplasia?

    <p>Centroblasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true regarding the fate of individuals with sarcoidosis?

    <p>65% undergo spontaneous remission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the defining characteristic of germinal centers in reactive follicular hyperplasia?

    <p>Polarization into dark and light zones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between follicular hyperplasia and paracortical hyperplasia?

    <p>Follicular hyperplasia involves proliferation of lymphoid follicles, while paracortical hyperplasia involves T-cells and high endothelial venules.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of hyperplasia involves the proliferation of cells within the sinuses of the lymph node?

    <p>Sinus hyperplasia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of acute nonspecific lymphadenitis?

    <p>Generalized and engorged lymph nodes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is reactive lymphadenitis commonly observed?

    <p>Axillary region</p> Signup and view all the answers

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