Exam 2: Cell Adaptation Flashcards
1
Q
most commonly caused by excessive hormonal or growth factor stimulation
A
Pathogenic hyperplasia
2
Q
Change in phenotype of a differentiated cell
A
Metaplasia
3
Q
Metaplasia may result in dec. functions or inc. propensity for ______
A
malignant transformation
4
Q
T/F Metaplasia is reversible if the cause is removed
A
T
5
Q
In what cell types can metaplasia most commonly be seen?
A
epithelial cells
6
Q
What are 4 examples of metaplasia
A
- Chronic irritation in lungs
- Vit-A toxicity
- Estrogen toxicity
- mammary tumors
7
Q
Alteration in its shape, size, and organization, usually affecting the epithelium, occasionally associated with neoplastic transformation
A
Dysplasia
8
Q
Refers to abnormal development
A
Dysplasia
