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What does etiology refer to in the study of disease?
The origin of a disease, including the underlying causes and modifying factors
What is the primary focus of general pathology?
Cellular and tissue alterations caused by pathologic stimuli in most tissues
What is the main role of pathologists in clinical practice?
Identify changes in the gross or microscopic appearance of cells and tissues, and biochemical alterations in body fluids
What is the relationship between etiology and pathogenesis in the context of disease?
Etiology refers to the origin of a disease, while pathogenesis describes how a disease develops
What does systemic pathology primarily focus on?
Reactions and abnormalities of different specialized organs
Test your knowledge of principles of disease with this quiz covering topics such as cell injury, cell death, and adaptations. Brush up on your understanding of pathology with questions from Robins Basic Pathology 9th Edition and PATH 3610 DE Notes Chapter 1.
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