Inflammation Unit Exam Review

Front

What type of edema contains numerous leukocytes and proteins?

Back

Exudate.

Front

What protein fiber provides tensile strength for all body tissues?

Back

Collagen.

Front

What is one function of histamine in the inflammatory response?

Back

Increases vascular permeability.

Front

Which type of leukocyte is the least abundant in the bloodstream?

Back

Neutrophils.

Front

What cells contract to hold the margins of a wound together for epithelial cells to fill the gap?

Back

Myofibroblasts.

Front

What is the primary role of leukocytes in inflammation?

Back

To respond to infection and injury.

Front

What is the difference between exudate and transudate?

Back

Exudate contains high levels of proteins and leukocytes, while transudate is low in protein and typically results from systemic conditions.

Front

What role do cytokines play in the inflammatory response?

Back

Cytokines are signaling molecules that mediate and regulate immunity, inflammation, and hematopoiesis.

Front

What is the significance of vascular permeability in inflammation?

Back

Increased vascular permeability allows immune cells and proteins to exit the bloodstream and enter the tissue at the site of injury or infection.

Front

What are the main types of leukocytes involved in the inflammatory response?

Back

Neutrophils, lymphocytes, monocytes, eosinophils, and basophils.