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What does etiology refer to in the study of disease?
What does etiology refer to in the study of disease?
- The investigation of the causes of diseases and associated changes at the cellular level
- The steps in the development of disease
- The specific functional and structural abnormalities that characterize the disease
- The origin of a disease, including the underlying causes and modifying factors (correct)
What is the primary focus of general pathology?
What is the primary focus of general pathology?
- The investigation of the causes of diseases and associated changes at the cellular level
- Cellular and tissue alterations caused by pathologic stimuli in most tissues (correct)
- Steps in the development of disease
- Reactions and abnormalities of different specialized organs
What is the main role of pathologists in clinical practice?
What is the main role of pathologists in clinical practice?
- Examine the reactions and abnormalities of different specialized organs
- Identify changes in the gross or microscopic appearance of cells and tissues, and biochemical alterations in body fluids (correct)
- Investigate the etiology and pathogenesis of diseases
- Guide therapy in clinical practice
What is the relationship between etiology and pathogenesis in the context of disease?
What is the relationship between etiology and pathogenesis in the context of disease?
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What does systemic pathology primarily focus on?
What does systemic pathology primarily focus on?
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