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What is the term used to describe a change in which one adult cell type is replaced by another adult cell type?
What is the term used to describe a change in which one adult cell type is replaced by another adult cell type?
- Dysplasia
- Hypertrophy
- Metaplasia (correct)
- Atrophy
Which of the following is NOT a cause of atrophy?
Which of the following is NOT a cause of atrophy?
- Increased protein synthesis (correct)
- Diminished blood supply
- Inadequate nutrition
- Loss of innervation
What is the term used to describe the process of 'self eating' by cells?
What is the term used to describe the process of 'self eating' by cells?
- Autophagy (correct)
- Atrophy
- Hypertrophy
- Hyperplasia
In metaplasia, why is it considered a 'double-edged sword'?
In metaplasia, why is it considered a 'double-edged sword'?
What is the main cause of cellular atrophy according to the text?
What is the main cause of cellular atrophy according to the text?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a mechanism of atrophy?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a mechanism of atrophy?
What can cause local denervation resulting in atrophy?
What can cause local denervation resulting in atrophy?
In what conditions does cellular atrophy occur?
In what conditions does cellular atrophy occur?
'Senile atrophy' is primarily associated with which factor?
'Senile atrophy' is primarily associated with which factor?
'Atherosclerotic cerebrovascular disease' may lead to atrophy in which organ?
'Atherosclerotic cerebrovascular disease' may lead to atrophy in which organ?
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