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What is pathologic calcification characterized by?
What is pathologic calcification characterized by?
What minerals are deposited in addition to calcium salts in pathologic calcification?
What minerals are deposited in addition to calcium salts in pathologic calcification?
What is dystrophic calcification related to?
What is dystrophic calcification related to?
What is the difference between metastatic calcification and dystrophic calcification?
What is the difference between metastatic calcification and dystrophic calcification?
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What is the primary salt deposited in pathologic calcification?
What is the primary salt deposited in pathologic calcification?
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Study Notes
Pathologic Calcification
- Abnormal tissue deposition of calcium salts, accompanied by smaller amounts of iron, magnesium, and other mineral salts.
- Classified into two types:
Types of Pathologic Calcification
- Dystrophic calcification
- Metastatic calcification
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This quiz covers the concepts of pathologic calcification, including dystrophic and metastatic calcification, and their effects on tissue deposition.