NB (065) Introduction to Neuropathology (Part two) Flashcards
Explain the genetic origin of Huntington disease
The molecular pathogenesis of Huntington disease ?
Mention 3 symptoms for Huntington disease
Gross picture of Huntington disease ?
- general features
- the three structures commonly affected
Microscopic picture of Huntington disease ?
Which is the most likely type of neuron depleted in Huntington disease?
immunohistochemical staining for ubiquitin; what do you see ?
Mention Motor symptoms of Parkinson’s disease ? (6)
Mention non-motor symptoms of Parkinson’s disease ? (9)
What does sporadic mean ?
Sporadic refers to a disease that occurs infrequently and irregularly
Main environmental factors for Parkinson’s disease ?
Pesticides and air pollution
Gross shows substantia nigra; identify which is abnormal and why + diagnose
What is the structure and composition of Lewy bodies?
Types of Alzheimer disease (AD)
Types of Alzheimer disease (AD)
3 Hallmarks of Alzheimer’s ?
What are Trans-entorhinal neurons ?
The entorhinal cortex (EC) is a critical element of the hippocampal formation located within the medial temporal lobe (MTL) in primates
What does NFT stand for ?
Neurofibrillary tangles (NFT)
What do you see
neurons EM; what do you see ?
what’s the staining used ?
How To Detect Alzheimer’s Disease Using Histology; what do you see here ?
How To Detect Alzheimer’s Disease Using Histology; what do you see here ?
What is status spongiosus ?
AD