13. Disorders of the Liver Flashcards
1
Q
ssRNA w/ lipid envelope
A
HCV
2
Q
ssRNA
- Lacks protein coat
- Synthesis depends on synthesis of HbsAg
A
HDV
3
Q
dsDNA, circular
A
HBV
4
Q
Small, ssRNA
A
HAV
5
Q
ssRNA w/ NO envelope
A
HEV
6
Q
Disease: Biochemical defect that prevents secretion of conjugated bilirubin
A
Dubin-Johnson
7
Q
Disease: Defect in transport of bilirubin from plasma albumin into hepatocyte
A
Giblert’s
8
Q
Disease: Deficiency in UDP-glucoronyl transferase = Impaired conjugation => large increase in unconjugated bilirubin
A
Crigler-Najjar
9
Q
Define steatosis
A
Accumulation of fat in liver with NO inflammation or scarring