PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

CELL DAMAGE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which one is irreversible
A
Cell death
B
Adaptation
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Necrosis is a type of irreversible cell injury characterized by cytoplasmic swelling, damage to the plasma membrane and organelle destruction. All of which cause cell death.

Detailed explanation-2: -Irreversible cells are those which require replacement of chemicals. when they give out electricity. Example: Dry cell.

Detailed explanation-3: -Irreversible responses of cell injury refer to changes that lead to a new equilibrium with the environment. Types of irreversible responses include: interruption of membrane integrity; hydrolysis of phospholipids, proteins and nucleic acids; and necrosis, where organelles undergo a sequence of changes.

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