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Which of the following best describes eburnation in the context of joint pathology?
Which of the following best describes eburnation in the context of joint pathology?
- Formation of new bone at a joint
- Inflammation of the synovial membrane
- Bone articulating against bone (correct)
- Degradation of cartilage by proteolytic enzymes
What is a common autoimmune characteristic of Rheumatoid Arthritis?
What is a common autoimmune characteristic of Rheumatoid Arthritis?
- Presence of autoantibodies to IgG (correct)
- Weakness and low-grade fever
- Elevated levels of C-reactive protein
- Enlargement of joints due to synovitis
Which laboratory test can be used to detect the specific antibody in the blood associated with Rheumatoid Arthritis?
Which laboratory test can be used to detect the specific antibody in the blood associated with Rheumatoid Arthritis?
- Blood test
- X-ray
- ESR
- Anti-citrullinated Protein Antibodies (ACPAs) (correct)
What is a common clinical feature of advanced Rheumatoid Arthritis?
What is a common clinical feature of advanced Rheumatoid Arthritis?
Which of the following is NOT a clinical feature of Osteoarthritis (OA)?
Which of the following is NOT a clinical feature of Osteoarthritis (OA)?
In the lab diagnosis of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), what do the articular surfaces appear as in an X-ray?
In the lab diagnosis of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), what do the articular surfaces appear as in an X-ray?
Which of the following is true about the pathogenesis of Osteoarthritis?
Which of the following is true about the pathogenesis of Osteoarthritis?
What is a characteristic feature of Rheumatoid Arthritis in terms of its autoimmune nature?
What is a characteristic feature of Rheumatoid Arthritis in terms of its autoimmune nature?
Which of the following best describes the characteristic early lesion seen in Rheumatoid Arthritis?
Which of the following best describes the characteristic early lesion seen in Rheumatoid Arthritis?
Which laboratory investigation is commonly used in the diagnosis of Rheumatoid Arthritis?
Which laboratory investigation is commonly used in the diagnosis of Rheumatoid Arthritis?
What autoimmune component is believed to play a significant role in the pathogenesis of Rheumatoid Arthritis?
What autoimmune component is believed to play a significant role in the pathogenesis of Rheumatoid Arthritis?
Which of the following is a common clinical feature of Rheumatoid Arthritis?
Which of the following is a common clinical feature of Rheumatoid Arthritis?
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