Chapter 13 Flashcards
GCF =
An inflammatory exudate derived from serum
If the gingiva is healthy there should be ____ GCF
No
An increase in GCF = A(n) ____ in inflammation
Increase
Cellular elements of GCF include ____, _____, ____
Bacteria
Desquamated epithelium cells
Leukocytes (PMN’s, Lymphocytes, Monocytes)
Electrolytes of GCF include ____, _____, ____
Potassium
Sodium
Calcium
Organic compounds in the GCF include ____, _____, ____
Carbohydrate
Protein
Metabolic/Bacterial products
Proteins in the GCF include ____, _____, ____, ____, _____, ____
IgG IgA IgM C3 C4 Plasma proteins (albumin and fibrinogen)
The most prevalent protein of the GCF is ____
IgG
GCF’s protective properties include ____, _____, ____
Cleansing action
Antibacterial properties
Adhesive properties
Inflammatory mediators of GCF include ____, _____, ____
IL-1
PGE2 collagenase
B-glucuronidase
T/F All inflammatory mediators of GCF are predictive of future attachment loss
False. No mediator or component of GCF is predictive of future attachment loss
Factors that affect GCF flow include ____, _____, ____, ____
Circadian periodicity (less at night) Sex hormones (increase during puberty/pregnancy) Mechanical stimulation (increases flow) Periodontal therapy (decreases flow)
____ predominate in the GCF
Neutrophils
Neutrophil deficiency ____ the chance of periodontitis
Increases
Antibacterial factors in saliva include ____, ____, ____
IgA
Lysozyme
Lactoperoxidase
