Introduction to the study of disease (self directed) Flashcards
1
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List disciples of clinical laboratory science
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Histopathology haematology Clinical Chemistry Immunology Microbiology Genetics
2
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What is diagnostic pathology
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Structural examination
- fluid and tissue cytology
- biopsy histology
- autopsy
3
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Definition of prognosis
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Likely course of medical condition
4
Q
What is diagnostic histology and clinical chemistry
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Analysis of blood Analysis of other fluids -cellular constituents -non cellular constituents -electrolytes -proteins/enzymes
5
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What is serology
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Looking at the consequences of disease (e.g. looking at antibodies in the serum which the body has produced as a consequence to the infection)
6
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What is aetiology
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Root cause of the disease process
7
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What is congenital disease
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Developmental
8
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What is sequela
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Secondary consequence from a disease (e.g. disability would be a sequela from polio)
9
Q
What is ‘normal’
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includes 95% of population
10
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Stages of autopsy
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External examination
Internal examination
Remove and dissect organs
Retain material for examination
