Pathology

Question 1

Small infectious agents that only lives by invading other cells (some examples are influenza, infectious mononucleosis, and measles).

Answer 1

Viral Infection

Question 2

Abnormal enlargement of the spleen

Answer 2

Splenomegaly

Question 3

An autoimmune disorder that attacks the digestive system.

Answer 3

Crohn’s Disease

Question 4

Any disease process involving enlargement of the lymph nodes.

Answer 4

Lymphadenopathy

Question 5

An antigen capable of inducing an allergic response.

Answer 5

Allergen

Question 6

Occurs when one or more parts of the immune system is compromised, and are missing or not functioning properly.

Answer 6

Immunodeficiency Disorder

Question 7

A substance produced by the body that causes itching, sneezing, runny nose, and watery eyes of an allergic reaction

Answer 7

Histamine

Question 8

Is a benign tumor made up of muscle tissue.

Answer 8

Myoma

Question 9

Is a hard-tissue sarcoma that usually involves the upper shaft of long bones, pelvis, or knee.

Answer 9

Osteosarcoma

Question 10

Is a member of the herpesvirus family that causes a variety of diseases.

Answer 10

Cytomegalovirus