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What is a key feature of some types of muscular dystrophies?
What is a key feature of some types of muscular dystrophies?
What is the primary mechanism responsible for airflow obstruction in Chronic Asthma?
What is the primary mechanism responsible for airflow obstruction in Chronic Asthma?
What cellular structure is associated with calcium uptake during smooth muscle contraction?
What cellular structure is associated with calcium uptake during smooth muscle contraction?
Which of the following is a characteristic of the repair process after a myocardial infarction?
Which of the following is a characteristic of the repair process after a myocardial infarction?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Chronic Asthma?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Chronic Asthma?
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What are the specific blood markers used to confirm a myocardial infarction?
What are the specific blood markers used to confirm a myocardial infarction?
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What is the process called where an individual's immune system attacks its own tissues?
What is the process called where an individual's immune system attacks its own tissues?
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What happens to Actin and Myosin after a Myocardial Infarction ?
What happens to Actin and Myosin after a Myocardial Infarction ?
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What is the name of the connective tissue surrounding a group of muscle fibers to form a fascicle?
What is the name of the connective tissue surrounding a group of muscle fibers to form a fascicle?
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Which accessory protein helps to maintain the length of the sarcomeric actin filament?
Which accessory protein helps to maintain the length of the sarcomeric actin filament?
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What is the main function of the desmosomes in cardiac muscle?
What is the main function of the desmosomes in cardiac muscle?
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Which of the following is NOT a primary protein involved in muscle contraction?
Which of the following is NOT a primary protein involved in muscle contraction?
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What is the function of the triad system in skeletal muscle?
What is the function of the triad system in skeletal muscle?
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What is the genetic disorder caused by a mutation in the dystrophin gene?
What is the genetic disorder caused by a mutation in the dystrophin gene?
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Which of the following correctly describes the function of the neuromuscular junction?
Which of the following correctly describes the function of the neuromuscular junction?
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Which of the following statements is TRUE about the differences between skeletal and cardiac muscle?
Which of the following statements is TRUE about the differences between skeletal and cardiac muscle?
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Flashcards
Functions of Muscles
Functions of Muscles
Muscles are responsible for movement, posture, and heat production.
Skeletal Muscle Organization
Skeletal Muscle Organization
Skeletal muscles are organized into epimysium, perimysium, and endomysium.
Epimysium
Epimysium
A dense connective tissue surrounding a group of fascicles in a skeletal muscle.
Sliding Filament Theory
Sliding Filament Theory
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Neuromuscular Junction
Neuromuscular Junction
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Dystrophin
Dystrophin
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Intercalated Discs
Intercalated Discs
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Accessory Proteins
Accessory Proteins
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Myocardial Infarction
Myocardial Infarction
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Troponin Complex Markers
Troponin Complex Markers
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Chronic Asthma
Chronic Asthma
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Autoimmune Disease
Autoimmune Disease
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Fibrosis
Fibrosis
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Caveolae
Caveolae
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Synaptic Cleft
Synaptic Cleft
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Study Notes
Muscle ICS Objectives
- The objectives of the Muscle ICS course include understanding the types, functions, and characteristics of muscle tissue.
- This will involve studying histological organization and connective tissue components.
- The course will also cover muscle organization and contractile units.
Function of Muscles
- Muscles have three primary functions: movement, posture, and generating heat.
- The different types of muscles (skeletal, cardiac, smooth) are illustrated to demonstrate their specific roles.
Skeletal Muscle
- Skeletal muscle tissue is examined microscopically.
- The images display the structure of skeletal muscle on a tissue level.
- Images of skeletal muscle microstructure are presented.
Cardiac Muscle
- Microscopically, cardiac muscle shows branching cells.
- The structure of cardiac muscle tissue is visualised.
- Images of cardiac muscle microstructure are presented.
Smooth Muscle
- Smooth muscle cells are elongated, spindle-shaped cells.
- Visual images of longitudinal and cross-sectional views of smooth muscle microstructure are available.
- Information about smooth muscle microstructure is presented.
Organization of Skeletal Muscle
- Skeletal muscle consists of bundles of fibers (fascicles).
- Connective Tissue is organized to form different layers (epimysium, perimysium, endomysium).
- Each layer has different functions in supporting and organizing muscle fibres for efficient movement.
Primary Proteins in Muscle
- Essential muscle proteins like troponin complex (TnC, TnT, TnI), tropomyosin, and actin are detailed.
- These proteins play crucial roles in muscle contraction.
- Images show the arrangement of these proteins within the sarcomere.
Sliding Filament Theory
- The sliding filament theory describes how muscles contract.
- The process involves the sliding of actin and myosin filaments past each other.
- The micrographs demonstrate the structural changes during contraction.
The Sliding Filament Theory- Further Detail
- The myosin head binds to the actin filament.
- ATP hydrolysis facilitates the power stroke.
- ATP binding detaches the myosin head.
- The cycle repeats for continued contraction.
- Illustrations and micrographs show the mechanics.
Triad System
- The triad system consists of T-tubules and the sarcoplasmic reticulum, releasing calcium for muscle contractions.
- A critical component for muscle function.
Skeletal Muscle Triad/Fiber
- Diagrams showcase the arrangement of the triad (terminal cisternae of the sarcoplasmic reticulum and T tubules) around myofibrils in a skeletal muscle fiber.
- The arrangement of these structures in a muscle fiber and their roles in transmitting signals are emphasized.
Neuromuscular Junction
- The neuromuscular junction details are illustrated and explained.
- The process of nerve impulse transmission between a motor neuron and the muscle fibers.
Motor Endplates of Skeletal Muscle
- Diagrammatic representations of the motor endplate structure of the skeletal muscle and the relevant components involved in muscle contraction.
- Visual images emphasize the importance of this area, and its components in muscle function.
Myocardial Infarction
- Myocardial infarction is cardiac muscle injury/death caused by tissue blockage.
- This leads to repair through fibrous tissue.
- The process and markers are described.
Actin and Myosin Arrangement
- Muscle images show actin and myosin arrangement is different in smooth muscle.
- This is also shown in different muscle types.
Smooth Muscle
- Features of smooth muscle like caveolae, dense bodies, and gap junctions are detailed in microscope images.
- Diagrammatic representation of smooth muscle and its structural components and functions are illustrated.
Chronic Asthma
- Respiratory airways are hypersensitive in chronic asthma.
- This causes constriction from smooth muscle constrictions in airways, leading to edema, mucus, and inflammation.
- Pathologic alterations in smooth muscle are outlined.
Cardiac vs. Skeletal Muscle
- The key differences between cardiac and skeletal muscle structures and functions are compared.
- The organization and microscopic image details regarding cardiac muscle are given.
Three Types of Cell Junctions
- Three types of cell junctions in cardiac muscle (fascia adherens, desmosomes, gap junctions) that contribute to the functional properties of cardiac cells.
- Visual representation of the interconnectedness of cardiac muscle.
Terms to know
- Autoimmune diseases (e.g., myasthenia gravis) involve the immune system attacking the body's own tissues.
- Caveolae are small invaginations of the smooth muscle cell membrane.
- Dystrophin is crucial for linking the contractile proteins of muscle cells to the surrounding structural proteins.
- Fibrosis is the formation of excessive fibrous tissue in place of normal tissue.
- The synaptic cleft is the space between the nerve ending and the muscle cell.
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Explore the objectives and functions of muscle tissues in this quiz. Delve into the histological organization, contractile units, and the specific roles of skeletal, cardiac, and smooth muscles. Test your understanding of muscle microstructure and its implications for movement and health.
