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What is necrosis?
What is necrosis?
- A beneficial effect to the organism
- A naturally occurring programmed cause of cellular death
- A form of cell injury resulting in premature cell death (correct)
- A controlled release of cell death products
Who is often regarded as one of the founders of modern pathology?
Who is often regarded as one of the founders of modern pathology?
- Rudolf Clausius
- Rudolf Carnap
- Rudolf Virchow (correct)
- Rudolf Schönheimer
What causes necrosis?
What causes necrosis?
- Beneficial effects to the organism
- Programmed and targeted cause of cellular death
- Controlled release of cell death products
- Factors external to the cell or tissue, such as infection or trauma (correct)
How does necrosis differ from apoptosis?
How does necrosis differ from apoptosis?
What initiates cellular death due to necrosis?
What initiates cellular death due to necrosis?
What is the study of disease and injury called?
What is the study of disease and injury called?
What does the term 'pathology' refer to in the context of modern medical treatment?
What does the term 'pathology' refer to in the context of modern medical treatment?
What does 'a pathology' idiomatically refer to?
What does 'a pathology' idiomatically refer to?
In what cases is the affix 'pathy' used to indicate a state of disease?
In what cases is the affix 'pathy' used to indicate a state of disease?
What do medical specialties within 'general pathology' primarily diagnose diseases through?
What do medical specialties within 'general pathology' primarily diagnose diseases through?
Study Notes
Necrosis
- Necrosis is a type of cell death caused by external factors, such as injury, infection, or toxins.
Founders of Modern Pathology
- Rudolf Virchow is often regarded as one of the founders of modern pathology.
Causes of Necrosis
- Necrosis can be caused by various factors, including injury, infection, toxins, and ischemia.
Comparison with Apoptosis
- Necrosis differs from apoptosis in that it is a passive process, whereas apoptosis is a programmed cell death.
Initiation of Cellular Death
- Cellular death due to necrosis is initiated by factors such as cell membrane damage, oxidative stress, and mitochondrial dysfunction.
Study of Disease and Injury
- The study of disease and injury is called pathology.
Meaning of Pathology in Modern Medical Treatment
- In the context of modern medical treatment, the term 'pathology' refers to the study of the nature of diseases, including their causes, mechanisms, and consequences.
Idiomatic Meaning of Pathology
- Idiomatically, 'a pathology' refers to a pattern of behavior or a set of circumstances that contribute to a problem or dysfunction.
Use of the Affix 'Pathy'
- The affix 'pathy' is used to indicate a state of disease, as in neuropathy (disease of the nerves) or osteopathy (disease of the bones).
Diagnosis in General Pathology
- Medical specialties within general pathology primarily diagnose diseases through the examination of tissues, cells, and bodily fluids.
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Test your knowledge of necrosis with this quiz. Explore the causes, processes, and implications of this form of cell injury. Learn about the history of the term and its attribution to Rudolf Virchow.
