Structural Organization

Question 1

anaplasia

Answer 1

A change in the structure and orientation of cells, characterized by a loss of differentiation and reversion to a more primitive form.

Question 2

aplasia

Answer 2

A developmental failure resulting in the absence of any organ or tissue.

Question 3

dysplasia

Answer 3

Any abnormal development of cells, tissues or organs (disordered formation).

Question 4

hyperplasia

Answer 4

An increase in the number of cells of a body part (excessive formation).

Question 5

hypoplasia

Answer 5

Incomplete or underdeveloped organ or tissue, usually the result of a decrease in the number of cells.

Question 6

neoplasia

Answer 6

The new and abnormal development of cells that may be benign or malignant.