General Flashcards
1
Q
What does osteoprotegerin do
A
Inhibits RANKL and RANK binding preventing osteoclast resorption of bone
2
Q
List 3 features seen on the x ray of someone suffering from primary Hyperparathyroidism
A
Salt and pepper pot skull
Browns tumour
Subperiosteal bone resorption in the phalanges
3
Q
4 stages of bone repair
A
Formation of a haematoma pro callous
Formation of fibrocartilagenous callus
Mineralisation of fibrocartilagenous callus
Reformation of bone along the weight bearin lines
4
Q
What drugs may precipitate gout
A
Thiazides diuretics
Low dose aspirin
5
Q
What is the normal range for serum calcium
A
2.25-2.5