Degeneration and Infiltration Flashcards
1
Q
Define degeneration?
A
Cells show an observable change in structure
2
Q
Define infiltration?
A
Something accumulates in individual cells of tissue
3
Q
How can mucoid degeneration cause heart disease in dogs?
A
Mucoid degeneration occurs between cells of the mitral valve causing it to prolapse into the atria and become non functional
4
Q
What is hydrophic degeneration?
A
Excess fluid is transferred into ER and this causes a vacuole to develop in cytoplasm.
5
Q
Describe primary amyloidosis
A
Light chains are secreted by plasma cell tumours and accumulate in serum
6
Q
Describe secondary amyloidosis
A
Amyloid associated protein is deposited in organs
