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What type of muscle fibers are characterized by having a high amount of myoglobin and slower twitch capabilities?
How many nuclei do skeletal muscle fibers typically contain?
What is a defining characteristic of skeletal muscle fibers regarding their structural arrangement?
Which type of skeletal muscle fiber is associated with fast twitch and rapid fatigue?
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What features are found in the sarcoplasm of skeletal muscle fibers?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of skeletal muscle cells?
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Which type of metabolism is primarily used by Type I skeletal muscle fibers?
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What is the significance of connective tissue in skeletal muscle structure?
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Study Notes
Skeletal Muscle Structure
- Skeletal muscle fibers are elongated and multinucleated, containing 100-300 nuclei.
- The nuclei are located peripherally.
- The fibers are arranged in a non-branched, parallel fashion.
- Connective tissue is present between the fibers.
- The sarcoplasm contains numerous myofibrils, giving the muscle a striated appearance.
Skeletal Muscle Fiber Types
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Type I:
- Red in color due to the presence of myoglobin.
- Slow twitch and slow fatiguing fibers.
- Utilize oxidative metabolism for energy production.
- Rich in mitochondria.
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Type II:
- White in color.
- Fast twitch and fast fatiguing fibers.
- Utilize glycolysis for energy production.
- Two subtypes exist.
Musculoskeletal Examination
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Skeletal muscle examination includes:
- Assessing muscle color.
- Evaluating muscle volume, comparing to the opposite side if bilateral.
- Observing muscle texture and appearance.
- Testing muscle response to stimuli.
- Performing histopathology.
Skeletal Muscle Disease
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Two types of possible changes:
- Neuropathic: Failure in nerve signal transmission.
- Myopathic: Failure in the muscle cell itself.
Possible Clinical Signs of Skeletal Muscle Disease
- Atrophy
- Hypertrophy
- Swelling
- Weakness
- Pain
- Muscle spasms
- Abnormal gait
Disease Portal Entries for Skeletal Muscle Disease:
- Wounds
- Intramuscular injections
- Bone fractures causing trauma
- External pressure
- Blood pathogens, toxins, autoantibodies (diseases that affect the skeletal muscle)
Skeletal Muscle Disease: Inflammatory
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Description
This quiz explores the anatomy and physiology of skeletal muscle, including the structure of muscle fibers and the different types of skeletal muscle. Questions will cover the unique properties of Type I and Type II fibers as well as techniques used during musculoskeletal examinations.
