patho chpt 3 Flashcards
increased circulating white blood cells
leukocytosis
5 signs of imflammation are
rubor = redness, tumor = swelling, dolor = pain, calor = heat & loss of function
leukocyte accumulation
margination
swelling due to movement of fluid from vasculature into tissues
edema
these increase in the blood during allergic reactions
eosinophils
outpouring of protein rich fluid into the tissue and extravascular space
exudate
a protective response intended to eliminate the initial cause of cell injury, remove dmg tissue, and generate new tissue
inflammation
induce inflammation and use the other inflammatory mediators to the fullest
prostaglandins
a cell that contributes to the formation of connective tissue fibers
fibroblast
a new growth of abnormal tissue tumor
neoplasm
new formation of blood vessels
angiogenesis
calcium being deposited into normal tissue because of elevated serum levels of calcium in the blood.
metastatic calcification
caused by abnormalities in tissues - resulting in calcium level remains normal
dystrophic calcification
making or formation
poiesis
pertaining to marrow
myeloid