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What is the definition of pathology?
Study of the nature and causes of diseases, including their effects on the structure and function of the body.
Who is credited with the humoral theory of disease?
Hippocrates
What is the role of pathologists in disease management?
Identifying abnormalities at the cellular and molecular levels to guide treatment planning.
What is the scope of pathology?
Understanding disease mechanisms, diagnosing diseases through examination of tissues, cells, and bodily fluids, investigating the underlying causes of diseases, and contributing to disease management and treatment.
Who is known for cellular pathology?
Rudolf Virchow
What is the role of pathologists in disease diagnosis?
Pathologists are medical doctors specialized in the study of diseases, using diagnostic techniques like histopathology, cytopathology, and clinical pathology.
How do pathologists contribute to patient care?
Pathologists contribute to patient care by providing accurate and timely diagnoses, collaborating with clinicians on treatment plans, and monitoring disease progression.
What are the research areas in pathology?
Research areas in pathology include molecular pathology, translational research, and experimental pathology.
What are the subspecialties within pathology?
The subspecialties within pathology are anatomic pathology and clinical pathology.
What are some emerging trends in pathology?
Emerging trends in pathology include digital pathology, molecular diagnostics, and artificial intelligence.
What are the three main laboratory analysis procedures mentioned in the text?
Microscopic examination, Biochemical assays, Culture and sensitivity testing
What is the purpose of quality control in laboratory testing?
Ensures accuracy, reliability, and reproducibility of test results, and prevents errors and misdiagnosis.
What are the components of quality assurance in laboratory testing?
Standard operating procedures (SOPs), Training and competency assessment, External accreditation
What are some regulatory requirements for laboratory testing?
Accreditation, Documentation, Reporting
What are some continuous quality improvement (CQI) initiatives mentioned in the text?
Root cause analysis, Performance metrics, Feedback mechanisms
What are the two main techniques for tissue examination discussed in the slides?
Light microscopy and electron microscopy
What is the purpose of Hematoxylin and Eosin (H&E) staining?
Differential staining of nuclei (blue) and cytoplasm (pink)
Why is understanding basic tissue types and their functions important in histological analysis?
It aids in interpreting histological findings
What are the three main roles of biochemistry in pathology discussed in the slides?
Understanding molecular mechanisms of disease, identifying biomarkers for disease diagnosis and prognosis, monitoring treatment response and disease progression
Give an example of a clinical chemistry test used to assess liver function.
Liver function tests: Assess liver enzymes (e.g., ALT, AST), bilirubin, and albumin levels
What are the major groups of microorganisms discussed in medical microbiology?
Bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites
Name three bacterial pathogens commonly associated with infectious diseases.
Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, Streptococcus pneumoniae
Explain the importance of microbiological culture techniques in medical microbiology.
Culture techniques help identify and grow microorganisms from clinical samples.
What are some examples of virulence factors used by pathogens to establish infections?
Toxins, adhesion molecules, capsules, enzymes
Describe the significance of antimicrobial susceptibility testing in medical microbiology.
Susceptibility testing guides antibiotic selection, prevents resistance, and ensures effective treatment.
What is the role of hematology in healthcare?
Diagnosis and management of blood disorders, monitoring hematological parameters, blood transfusion services
Describe the functions of white blood cells.
Immune defense through phagocytosis, antibody production, and immune response against pathogens
What are the components of blood and their functions?
Red blood cells transport oxygen, white blood cells defend against infections, platelets aid in blood clotting
Which hematological test is used to evaluate iron deficiency anemia?
Iron studies
What diagnostic tests are commonly used for leukemia?
Bone marrow aspiration and biopsy, flow cytometry, cytogenetic analysis
What term refers to the onset of permanent damage and death in the progression of a disease?
Incubation period
When the disease settles down but leaves behind sequelae, what trend in disease progression is being described?
Natural recovery
What is the period of time without any obvious signs or symptoms from exposure referred to as?
Clinical onset
Which stage of disease progression describes the variety in severity or range of manifestations of a disease?
Onset of permanent damage and death
Following clinical onset, which trend in disease progression may result in death?
Settling down with sequelae present
Which stage of disease progression describes the variable period of time without any obvious signs or symptoms from the time of exposure?
Incubation (induction) period
Which of the following trends in disease progression may result in death, following clinical onset?
May result in death
What term refers to the onset of permanent damage and death in the progression of a disease?
Onset of permanent damage and death
When the disease settles down but leaves behind sequelae, what trend in disease progression is being described?
The disease can settle down, but sequelae are present
Which stage of disease progression describes the expression of the disease, where the signs and symptoms become apparent?
Clinical onset of the disease
Explore the definition, scope, and historical significance of pathology, as well as the role of pathologists in disease diagnosis, management, and research. Dive into the methods of studying pathology such as histology, biochemistry, microbiology, and haematology.
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