General Pathology — MCQs

General Pathology Indian Medical PG Practice Questions and MCQs

Question 491: Pain in inflammation is mediated by?

A. Histamine and nitric oxide
B. Prostaglandins and interleukins
C. Interferons and free radicals
D. Prostaglandins and bradykinins (Correct Answer)

Explanation: **Explanation:** The correct answer is **D. Prostaglandins and bradykinins.** Pain (Dolor) is one of the five cardinal signs of inflammation. It is primarily mediated by specific chemical substances that sensitize or stimulate nociceptors (pain receptors). [1] 1. **Bradykinin:** This is a potent vasoactive peptide released during the activation of the kinin system. It directly stimulates nociceptors and is considered one of the most powerful pain-producing agents in the inflammatory process. [1] 2. **Prostaglandins (specifically PGE2):** While prostaglandins do not cause pain directly in low concentrations, they **sensitize** pain receptors to the effects of bradykinin and histamine. [1] This lowering of the pain threshold is known as hyperalgesia. **Analysis of Incorrect Options:** * **Option A:** Histamine and Nitric Oxide are primary mediators of **vasodilation** and increased vascular permeability (redness and swelling), but they are not the primary mediators of pain. [1] * **Option B:** Interleukins (like IL-1 and TNF) are pro-inflammatory cytokines that mediate systemic effects like **fever** and acute-phase responses, rather than direct peripheral pain. [1] * **Option C:** Interferons are primarily involved in antiviral responses and macrophage activation; free radicals (ROS) cause tissue damage but are not specific pain mediators. [1] **NEET-PG High-Yield Pearls:** * **PGE2** is the specific prostaglandin responsible for both **pain and fever** (by acting on the hypothalamus). [1] * **Aspirin and NSAIDs** relieve pain by inhibiting the enzyme Cyclooxygenase (COX), thereby blocking the synthesis of prostaglandins. [2] * **Substance P** is another important neuropeptide involved in the transmission of pain signals in the central and peripheral nervous systems. [1] **References:** [1] Kumar V, Abbas AK, et al.. Robbins and Cotran Pathologic Basis of Disease. 9th ed. Inflammation and Repair, pp. 100-101. [2] Kumar V, Abbas AK, et al.. Robbins and Cotran Pathologic Basis of Disease. 9th ed. Inflammation and Repair, pp. 95-96.

Question 492: Males who are sexually underdeveloped with rudimentary testes and prostate glands, sparse pubic and facial hair, long arms and legs and large hands & feet are likely to have which chromosomal abnormality?

A. 45, XYY
B. 46, XY
C. 46, XXY (Correct Answer)
D. 46, X

Explanation: ### Explanation **Correct Option: C (47, XXY – Klinefelter Syndrome)** The clinical presentation described—hypogonadism (rudimentary testes/prostate), failure of secondary sexual characteristics (sparse hair), and **eunuchoid body habitus** (long extremities)—is classic for **Klinefelter Syndrome**. * **Pathophysiology:** It is the most common cause of male hypogonadism, typically caused by meiotic non-disjunction resulting in an extra X chromosome [1]. * **Mechanism:** The presence of the extra X chromosome leads to testicular dysgenesis [2]. Low testosterone levels result in elevated FSH and LH (hypergonadotropic hypogonadism). The increased estrogen-to-androgen ratio causes feminization features like gynecomastia [2]. **Analysis of Incorrect Options:** * **A. 47, XYY (Jacob’s Syndrome):** These individuals are usually phenotypically normal, very tall, and may have behavioral issues or severe acne, but they do not have underdeveloped genitalia or sparse hair [1]. * **B. 46, XY:** This is the normal male karyotype. * **D. 45, X (Turner Syndrome):** This affects females, presenting with short stature, webbed neck, and streak ovaries. (Note: The option 46, X is a typographical variant of 45, X). **NEET-PG High-Yield Pearls:** * **Karyotype:** Most common is **47, XXY**. * **Lab Findings:** ↓ Testosterone, ↑ FSH, ↑ LH, ↑ Estradiol. * **Histology:** Hyalinization and fibrosis of seminiferous tubules with **Leydig cell hyperplasia** (clumping). * **Complications:** Increased risk of **Male Breast Cancer** (20x higher), Extragonadal Germ Cell Tumors (Mediastinal), and Autoimmune diseases (SLE). * **Infertility:** It is a leading cause of non-obstructive azoospermia. **References:** [1] Cross SS. Underwood's Pathology: A Clinical Approach. 6th ed. (Basic Pathology) introduces the student to key general principles of pathology, both as a medical science and as a clinical activity with a vital role in patient care. Part 2 (Disease Mechanisms) provides fundamental knowledge about the cellular and molecular processes involved in diseases, providing the rationale for their treatment. Part 3 (Systematic Pathology) deals in detail with specific diseases, with emphasis on the clinically important aspects., pp. 92-93. [2] Kumar V, Abbas AK, et al.. Robbins and Cotran Pathologic Basis of Disease. 9th ed. Genetic Disorders, pp. 174-175.

Question 493: Which X-linked recessive disease in males presents with a clotting defect?

A. Hemophilia A (Correct Answer)
B. Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
C. Von-Willebrand disease
D. None of the above

Explanation: **Explanation:** **Hemophilia A** is the correct answer because it is a classic **X-linked recessive** bleeding disorder caused by a deficiency of **Coagulation Factor VIII** [1]. Since males have only one X chromosome, they manifest the disease if they inherit the defective gene, leading to a significant **clotting defect**. This typically presents as deep tissue bleeding, hemarthrosis (bleeding into joints), and prolonged Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time (aPTT). **Analysis of Incorrect Options:** * **Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP):** This is an **acquired autoimmune disorder** where antibodies are directed against platelets. It is not a genetic clotting factor deficiency and typically presents with superficial bleeding (petechiae, ecchymosis) rather than deep-seated clotting defects. * **Von-Willebrand Disease (vWD):** While it is the most common inherited bleeding disorder, it is primarily inherited in an **Autosomal Dominant** fashion (except for Type 3, which is recessive). It involves a deficiency or dysfunction of Von-Willebrand Factor, affecting both platelet adhesion and Factor VIII stability. * **None of the above:** Incorrect, as Hemophilia A fits all the criteria mentioned in the stem. **High-Yield Clinical Pearls for NEET-PG:** * **Inheritance:** Hemophilia A and B (Christmas Disease/Factor IX deficiency) are both **X-linked recessive** [1]. * **Mixing Studies:** In Hemophilia, the prolonged aPTT **corrects** upon mixing with normal plasma (distinguishing it from factor inhibitors). * **vWD vs. Hemophilia:** vWD presents with a prolonged **Bleeding Time (BT)** and aPTT, whereas Hemophilia presents with a normal BT and prolonged aPTT. * **Most common cause of inherited serious bleeding:** Hemophilia A. **References:** [1] Kumar V, Abbas AK, et al.. Robbins and Cotran Pathologic Basis of Disease. 9th ed. Red Blood Cell and Bleeding Disorders, pp. 670-671.

Question 494: Sago spleen is seen in which of the following conditions?

A. Amyloidosis (Correct Answer)
B. Gaucher’s disease
C. Malaria
D. Felty's disease

Explanation: **Explanation:** **Amyloidosis (Correct Answer):** Sago spleen is a characteristic macroscopic manifestation of **splenic amyloidosis**. In this condition, amyloid deposits are limited primarily to the **splenic follicles (white pulp)**. On gross examination, these deposits appear as pale, translucent, waxy granules resembling grains of sago (tapioca) [1]. This is distinct from "Lardaceous spleen," where amyloid involves the red pulp (sinusoids), leading to large, map-like deposits. **Analysis of Incorrect Options:** * **Gaucher’s Disease:** Characterized by massive splenomegaly due to the accumulation of glucosylceramide in macrophages (**Gaucher cells**). The spleen appears pale and firm but does not show the "sago" granular pattern. * **Malaria:** Chronic malaria leads to "Congestive Splenomegaly." The spleen becomes slate-grey or blackish due to the deposition of **hemozoin pigment** (malarial pigment), often referred to as "Ague cake." * **Felty’s Disease:** This is a triad of Rheumatoid Arthritis, Splenomegaly, and Neutropenia. While the spleen is enlarged, the pathology involves lymphoid hyperplasia and congestion, not amyloid granules. **High-Yield Clinical Pearls for NEET-PG:** * **Sago Spleen:** Amyloid in **White Pulp** (Follicular) [1]. * **Lardaceous Spleen:** Amyloid in **Red Pulp** (Sinusoidal). * **Staining:** Amyloid shows **Apple-green birefringence** under polarized light with Congo Red stain [1]. * **Most common organ involved in systemic amyloidosis:** Kidney (leading to nephrotic syndrome). * **Most common organ involved in secondary amyloidosis:** Spleen. **References:** [1] Kumar V, Abbas AK, et al.. Robbins and Cotran Pathologic Basis of Disease. 9th ed. Diseases of the Immune System, pp. 264-269.

Question 495: Chemotaxis in response to activation of cells results in which type of movement?

A. Random multidirectional movement
B. Unidirectional motion (Correct Answer)
C. Adhesion to endothelium
D. Augmented oxygen-dependent bactericidal effect

Explanation: **Explanation:** **Chemotaxis** is defined as the **unidirectional movement** of leukocytes toward a site of injury along a chemical gradient [1]. When cells like neutrophils or macrophages are activated by chemoattractants (e.g., C5a, LTB4, or bacterial products), they extend pseudopods that pull the cell toward the highest concentration of the stimulus [2]. This purposeful, directed motion is essential for inflammatory cells to reach the specific focus of infection or tissue damage. **Analysis of Options:** * **Option A (Random movement):** This describes *chemokinesis*, where the speed of movement increases but the direction is random. Chemotaxis is specifically non-random and directed. * **Option C (Adhesion to endothelium):** This refers to the "pavementing" or "stable adhesion" phase of leukocyte extravasation, mediated by integrins (ICAM-1, VCAM-1). While it precedes chemotaxis, it is a separate step in the recruitment cascade [2]. * **Option D (Augmented oxygen-dependent effect):** This describes the "Respiratory Burst," which occurs during phagocytosis and killing. While chemotactic factors can prime cells for this, it is a metabolic change rather than a type of movement [3]. **High-Yield Clinical Pearls for NEET-PG:** * **Most potent endogenous chemoattractants:** Complement component **C5a**, Leukotriene **B4 (LTB4)**, and **IL-8** [3]. * **Exogenous chemoattractants:** Bacterial products containing **N-formylmethionine** termini. * **Molecular Mechanism:** Chemoattractants bind to **G-protein coupled receptors (GPCRs)** on the leukocyte surface, triggering actin polymerization at the leading edge (lamellipodia). * **Defect:** Chédiak-Higashi syndrome involves a defect in microtubule polymerization, leading to impaired chemotaxis [1]. **References:** [1] Cross SS. Underwood's Pathology: A Clinical Approach. 6th ed. (Basic Pathology) introduces the student to key general principles of pathology, both as a medical science and as a clinical activity with a vital role in patient care. Part 2 (Disease Mechanisms) provides fundamental knowledge about the cellular and molecular processes involved in diseases, providing the rationale for their treatment. Part 3 (Systematic Pathology) deals in detail with specific diseases, with emphasis on the clinically important aspects., pp. 190-191. [2] Cross SS. Underwood's Pathology: A Clinical Approach. 6th ed. (Basic Pathology) introduces the student to key general principles of pathology, both as a medical science and as a clinical activity with a vital role in patient care. Part 2 (Disease Mechanisms) provides fundamental knowledge about the cellular and molecular processes involved in diseases, providing the rationale for their treatment. Part 3 (Systematic Pathology) deals in detail with specific diseases, with emphasis on the clinically important aspects., pp. 188-189. [3] Cross SS. Underwood's Pathology: A Clinical Approach. 6th ed. (Basic Pathology) introduces the student to key general principles of pathology, both as a medical science and as a clinical activity with a vital role in patient care. Part 2 (Disease Mechanisms) provides fundamental knowledge about the cellular and molecular processes involved in diseases, providing the rationale for their treatment. Part 3 (Systematic Pathology) deals in detail with specific diseases, with emphasis on the clinically important aspects., pp. 163-164.

Question 496: What erupts from an unerupted tooth?

A. Dental cyst
B. Dentigerous cyst (Correct Answer)
C. Both of the above
D. None of the above

Explanation: **Explanation:** The correct answer is **Dentigerous cyst** (also known as a follicular cyst). **1. Why Dentigerous Cyst is Correct:** A dentigerous cyst is an odontogenic cyst that originates from the **reduced enamel epithelium** of the dental follicle [1]. It characteristically forms around the crown of an **unerupted or impacted tooth**. The cyst attaches at the cemento-enamel junction (CEJ), and as fluid accumulates between the reduced enamel epithelium and the tooth crown, the cyst expands. The most common site is the mandibular third molar, followed by the maxillary canine. **2. Why Other Options are Incorrect:** * **Dental Cyst (Radicular Cyst):** This is the most common inflammatory odontogenic cyst. It arises from the **rests of Malassez** in the periodontal ligament and is typically found at the apex (root tip) of a **non-vital (carious/erupted) tooth**, not an unerupted one. * **Both of the above:** Incorrect because the mechanisms of origin (developmental vs. inflammatory) and the status of the associated tooth (unerupted vs. erupted/non-vital) are distinct for each [1]. **3. NEET-PG High-Yield Clinical Pearls:** * **Radiological Appearance:** Presents as a well-defined, unilocular radiolucency surrounding the crown of an unerupted tooth. * **Histopathology:** Lined by thin, non-keratinized stratified squamous epithelium (usually 2–4 layers thick). * **Potential Complications:** If left untreated, a dentigerous cyst can transform into an **Ameloblastoma**, Squamous Cell Carcinoma, or Mucoepidermoid Carcinoma. * **Differential Diagnosis:** Odontogenic Keratocyst (OKC) and Unicystic Ameloblastoma. **References:** [1] Kumar V, Abbas AK, et al.. Robbins and Cotran Pathologic Basis of Disease. 9th ed. Head and Neck, pp. 741-742.

Question 497: Amyloidosis most commonly affects which organ?

A. Liver
B. Tongue
C. Colon
D. Heart (Correct Answer)

Explanation: **Amyloidosis** is a disorder of protein misfolding where insoluble fibrillar proteins deposit in the extracellular space [1]. While amyloidosis is a systemic disease that can involve almost any organ [2], the **heart** is the most commonly affected organ in terms of clinical significance and frequency in systemic forms (especially AL and ATTR types) [3]. 1. **Why Heart is Correct:** Cardiac involvement is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in systemic amyloidosis. It typically manifests as **Restrictive Cardiomyopathy** [3]. On gross examination, the heart may be enlarged with a "waxy" appearance [3]. Microscopically, amyloid deposits between myocytes, leading to pressure atrophy. In NEET-PG contexts, the heart is considered the most common site for clinically significant systemic deposition. 2. **Why Other Options are Incorrect:** * **Liver:** While the liver is frequently involved (often resulting in hepatomegaly), it is usually asymptomatic or presents with mild elevations in alkaline phosphatase [2]. It is rarely the primary clinical driver compared to the heart or kidneys. * **Tongue:** Macroglossia (enlarged tongue) is a highly specific "classic" sign of **AL Amyloidosis**, but it is not the most common organ affected overall [2]. * **Colon:** Gastrointestinal involvement occurs but is less frequent than cardiac, renal, or hepatic involvement. It usually presents with malabsorption or motility issues. **High-Yield Clinical Pearls for NEET-PG:** * **Most common organ involved overall (Systemic):** Kidney (often presenting as Nephrotic Syndrome). *Note: If Kidney is not an option, Heart is the best choice.* * **Staining:** **Congo Red** stain shows **Apple-green birefringence** under polarized light [3]. * **H&E Stain:** Appears as extracellular, amorphous, eosinophilic (pink) material [3]. * **Diagnosis:** Abdominal fat pad biopsy or rectal biopsy are common screening procedures due to high sensitivity. **References:** [1] Kumar V, Abbas AK, et al.. Robbins and Cotran Pathologic Basis of Disease. 9th ed. Diseases of the Immune System, pp. 264-266. [2] Cross SS. Underwood's Pathology: A Clinical Approach. 6th ed. (Basic Pathology) introduces the student to key general principles of pathology, both as a medical science and as a clinical activity with a vital role in patient care. Part 2 (Disease Mechanisms) provides fundamental knowledge about the cellular and molecular processes involved in diseases, providing the rationale for their treatment. Part 3 (Systematic Pathology) deals in detail with specific diseases, with emphasis on the clinically important aspects., pp. 135-136. [3] Kumar V, Abbas AK, et al.. Robbins and Cotran Pathologic Basis of Disease. 9th ed. The Heart, pp. 580-581.

Question 498: A 28-year-old man begins a program of vigorous body building. After 6 months, his biceps would be expected to exhibit which of the following adaptive cellular changes?

A. Hyperplasia of type I fibers
B. Hyperplasia of type II fibers
C. Hypertrophy of type I fibers
D. Hypertrophy of type II fibers (Correct Answer)

Explanation: **Explanation:** **1. Why Option D is Correct:** The primary adaptive response of skeletal muscle to increased workload (resistance training/bodybuilding) is **hypertrophy**. Skeletal muscle cells are permanent cells; they have limited capacity for division, so they increase in size by synthesizing more contractile proteins (actin and myosin) rather than increasing in number [1]. In the context of vigorous bodybuilding, **Type II (Fast-twitch) fibers** are preferentially affected. These fibers are designed for short bursts of high-intensity power and possess a higher glycolytic capacity. Resistance training triggers the activation of the PI3K/AKT signaling pathway, leading to significant hypertrophy of these Type II fibers to handle the increased mechanical load [1]. **2. Why Other Options are Incorrect:** * **Options A & B (Hyperplasia):** Skeletal muscle is a **permanent tissue** (like cardiac muscle and neurons). These cells cannot undergo hyperplasia (increase in cell number) because they lack the ability to enter the cell cycle [2]. Any increase in muscle mass is due to hypertrophy of existing fibers. * **Option C (Hypertrophy of Type I):** Type I (Slow-twitch) fibers are "red fibers" rich in mitochondria and myoglobin, designed for endurance (e.g., marathon running). While they may undergo some adaptation, the dramatic increase in muscle bulk seen in bodybuilding is predominantly due to Type II fiber hypertrophy. **3. NEET-PG High-Yield Pearls:** * **Hypertrophy vs. Hyperplasia:** Pure hypertrophy occurs in permanent cells (Skeletal/Cardiac muscle) [2]. Tissues like the uterus during pregnancy undergo **both** hypertrophy and hyperplasia [1]. * **Type I Fibers:** "One Slow Red Ox" (Type **I**, **Slow**-twitch, **Red** color, **Ox**idative phosphorylation). * **Type II Fibers:** "Two Fast White Sugar" (Type **II**, **Fast**-twitch, **White** color, Glycolytic/**Sugar** metabolism). * **Mechanism:** Muscle hypertrophy is mediated by the **IGF-1 pathway** and the **PI3K/AKT** signaling cascade [1]. **References:** [1] Kumar V, Abbas AK, et al.. Robbins and Cotran Pathologic Basis of Disease. 9th ed. Cellular Responses to Stress and Toxic Insults: Adaptation, Injury, and Death, pp. 45-46. [2] Cross SS. Underwood's Pathology: A Clinical Approach. 6th ed. (Basic Pathology) introduces the student to key general principles of pathology, both as a medical science and as a clinical activity with a vital role in patient care. Part 2 (Disease Mechanisms) provides fundamental knowledge about the cellular and molecular processes involved in diseases, providing the rationale for their treatment. Part 3 (Systematic Pathology) deals in detail with specific diseases, with emphasis on the clinically important aspects., pp. 85-87.

Question 499: Deficiency of Vitamin D increases the risk of which of the following conditions?

A. Colon cancer
B. Prostate cancer
C. Breast cancer
D. All of the above (Correct Answer)

Explanation: **Explanation:** The correct answer is **D. All of the above**. While Vitamin D is traditionally associated with calcium homeostasis and bone health (preventing Rickets and Osteomalacia), modern pathology recognizes its significant role as a **potent immunomodulator and anti-proliferative agent** [1]. **The Underlying Medical Concept:** The active form of Vitamin D, **1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3 [1,25(OH)2D3]**, binds to Vitamin D Receptors (VDR) present in various non-skeletal tissues [1]. This binding regulates the transcription of genes involved in: 1. **Cell Cycle Regulation:** It induces $G_1$ phase arrest and increases the expression of p21 and p27 (cyclin-dependent kinase inhibitors). 2. **Apoptosis:** It promotes programmed cell death in mutated cells. 3. **Angiogenesis:** It inhibits the formation of new blood vessels that feed tumors. **Analysis of Options:** * **Colon Cancer:** Epidemiological studies show a strong inverse correlation between Vitamin D levels and colorectal adenomas. Vitamin D helps maintain mucosal integrity and inhibits the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway, which is often mutated in colon cancer. * **Prostate and Breast Cancer:** Both tissues express VDR. Vitamin D deficiency leads to the loss of growth-inhibitory signals, allowing for unchecked epithelial cell proliferation in these glands. **Clinical Pearls for NEET-PG:** * **VDR Polymorphism:** Polymorphisms in the Vitamin D Receptor gene are linked to an increased susceptibility to various malignancies. * **Extra-skeletal effects:** Apart from cancer, Vitamin D deficiency is linked to increased risks of **Multiple Sclerosis, Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus, and Hypertension**. * **Diagnostic Marker:** The best indicator of Vitamin D status is **25-hydroxyvitamin D [25(OH)D]** levels, due to its long half-life, rather than the active 1,25-dihydroxy form [1]. **References:** [1] Kumar V, Abbas AK, et al.. Robbins and Cotran Pathologic Basis of Disease. 9th ed. Central Nervous System Synapse, pp. 447-449.

Question 500: What causes the nuclear and cytoplasmic changes observed in apoptotic cells?

A. Oxygen free radicals
B. Caspases (Correct Answer)
C. Complement fixation
D. ATPases

Explanation: ### Explanation **Correct Answer: B. Caspases** Apoptosis is a programmed, energy-dependent cell death characterized by specific morphological changes, including chromatin condensation, nuclear fragmentation (karyorrhexis), and cytoplasmic shrinkage [1]. These changes are mediated by a family of cysteine proteases called **Caspases** (Cysteine-dependent Aspartate-directed proteases) [1]. * **Mechanism:** Once activated via the Intrinsic (Mitochondrial) or Extrinsic (Death Receptor) pathway, **Executioner Caspases (3, 6, and 7)** cleave key structural proteins. They activate **Caspase-Activated DNase (CAD)**, which degrades nuclear DNA into fragments of 180–200 base pairs (the "DNA laddering" pattern). They also breakdown the nuclear lamina and cytoskeleton, leading to the characteristic blebbing and formation of apoptotic bodies [1]. **Why other options are incorrect:** * **A. Oxygen free radicals:** These are primarily associated with **Necrosis** and Reperfusion injury. They cause lipid peroxidation and protein misfolding, leading to accidental, unregulated cell death rather than programmed apoptosis [2]. * **C. Complement fixation:** This is a feature of the innate immune response and Type II/III hypersensitivity. It leads to the formation of the **Membrane Attack Complex (MAC)**, causing cell lysis (a form of necrosis), not apoptosis [3]. * **D. ATPases:** These enzymes break down ATP. While apoptosis is an ATP-dependent process, ATPases do not mediate the structural changes; rather, a *depletion* of ATP is a hallmark of necrosis [2]. **High-Yield Clinical Pearls for NEET-PG:** * **DNA Laddering:** A sensitive marker for apoptosis (seen on gel electrophoresis). * **Annexin V:** A marker used to detect apoptosis; it binds to **Phosphatidylserine**, which flips from the inner to the outer leaflet of the plasma membrane. * **Anti-apoptotic proteins:** Bcl-2, Bcl-xL, Mcl-1 [1]. * **Pro-apoptotic proteins:** Bax, Bak (form channels in the mitochondrial membrane) [1]. * **Apoptosome:** Composed of Cytochrome c + Apaf-1 + Caspase 9. **References:** [1] Kumar V, Abbas AK, et al.. Robbins and Cotran Pathologic Basis of Disease. 9th ed. Cellular Responses to Stress and Toxic Insults: Adaptation, Injury, and Death, pp. 64-67. [2] Kumar V, Abbas AK, et al.. Robbins and Cotran Pathologic Basis of Disease. 9th ed. Cellular Responses to Stress and Toxic Insults: Adaptation, Injury, and Death, pp. 60-61. [3] Kumar V, Abbas AK, et al.. Robbins and Cotran Pathologic Basis of Disease. 9th ed. Cellular Responses to Stress and Toxic Insults: Adaptation, Injury, and Death, pp. 62-63.

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