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A patient having glaucoma develops blepharoconjunctivitis after instilling some anti-glaucoma drug. Which of the following drug can be responsible for it:
Timolol
Latanosprost
Dipiverine
Pilocarpine
0a
single
Allergic blepharoconjunctivitis is a side effect of beta blockers. Ref: Essentials of Medical Pharmacology By K D Tripathi, 4th Edition, Page 95
Ophthalmology
null
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Standard in perimetry ?
Goldman type I
Goldman type II
Goldman type III
Goldman type IV
2c
single
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Goldman type III Projected stimuli in perimetry are usually white and of variable size and intensity. There are five different sizes on Goldmann scale designated by Roman numeral Ito V. The standard used in both manual and automated perimetry is Goldman III (0.05" and area of 4mm2). o Failure to recog...
Ophthalmology
null
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Visual acuity in infants is tested with the help of
Landolt's rings
'4' dot test
Perimeter
Slit lamp
0a
single
.
Ophthalmology
All India exam
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NOT a feature of hypothyroidism is ?
Sho metacarpals in hands
Delayed pubey
Delayed bone age
Altered upper and lower segment ratio
0a
single
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Sho metacarpal in hands Hypothyroidism o Hypothyroidism results from deficient production of thyroid hormone or a defect in thyroid hormone receptor activity. o Hypothyroidism may be : - i) Congenital --> Present since bih ii) Acquired --> Symptoms appear after a period of apparently normal thyroid fu...
Pediatrics
null
cb474535-6aaf-41fb-8cc9-e9c0c21e86a6
Dowry death is defined under section
304A IPC
304B
174Cr. P. C
176Cr. P. C
1b
single
Dowry death is defined under section 304 B *According to this if husband or his relative subjects the woman to cruelty or harassment in demand of dowry within 7 years of marriage,they shall be deemed to have caused her death *The punishment for such cases is improvement for not less than 7 years,but may be extended to ...
Forensic Medicine
Medical Jurisprudence
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Renal transplantation is most commonly done in -
Chr. glomerulonephritis
Bilateral staghorn calculus
Horse shoe kidney
Oxalosis
0a
single
Renal transplantation is the preferred treatment for many patients with end stage renal disease (ESRD), because it provides a better quality of life for them than dialysis. The most common causes of ESRD (in decreasing order) are: Diabetes mellitus Hypertension Glomerulonephritis
Surgery
null
b52bb5b4-d475-4d42-8d63-992aa0ebe265
All of the following are derived from glycerol 3 phosphate, EXCEPT:
Phosphatidylcholine
Phosphatidylethanolamine
phosphatidylinosito
None of the above
3d
multi
Impoant substances such as triacylglycerols, phosphatidylcholine, phosphatidylethanolamine, phosphatidylinositol, and cardiolipin, a constituent of mitochondrial membranes, are formed from glycerol-3-phosphate. Ref: Harper 28th edition, Chapter 24.
Biochemistry
null
bafe9336-a7e4-4340-bf5d-5abf85243667
Which inhalational agent is used in patients with raised intra cranial tension?
Enflurane
Isoflurane
Desflurane
Sevoflurane
1b
single
Isoflurane causes least vasodialation and hence helps to moderate the cerebral blood flow. It reduces the ICT and hence is useful in neurosurgery. It is more potent than halothane and has rapid onset of action and induction. Reference 1. Quick Review of Pharmacology, By Dr J G Buch, Page 204
Anaesthesia
null
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Which of the following statements about vigabatrin is TRUE?
Blocks neuronal reuptake of GABA
Drug of choice in absence seizures
Life threatening skin disorders may occur
Visual disturbances can occur
3d
multi
(Ref: KDT 6/e p410) Vigabatrin act by inhibiting the enzyme GABA transaminase (involved in breakdown of CABA). It is used for the treatment of paial and generalized seizures. It is also used to treat infantile spasms. Visual disturbances are very impoant adverse effect of this agent.
Anatomy
Other topics and Adverse effects
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Which of the following is used to study current flow across a single channel:
Patch clamp
Voltage Clamp
Iontophoresis
Galvanometry
0a
single
Patch clamp: measures ionic currents through a single ion channel. It has four configurations: Voltage clamp: whole cell voltage clamp measures currents across cell membranes. In using this apparatus, two electrodes are inseed into the nerve fiber. One of these electrodes is used to measure the voltage of the membrane ...
Physiology
Concepts in physiology
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In children with type IDM when is ophthalmologic evaluation indicated
At the time of diagnosis
After 1 year
After 2 years
After 5 years
3d
single
Ophthalmologic examination should be conducted once the child is >10 yr of age and has had diabetes for 3 -5 year. Annual follow up should suggest. Reference: OP Ghai,essential paediatrics,8 th edition, page no 546
Pediatrics
Endocrinology
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Which among the following is considered as a hallmark of the fibrogenic repair:
Granulation tissue
Neovascularization
Neutrophilic infiltration
All of the above
0a
multi
Granulation tissue is the hallmark of the fibrogenic repair.
Pathology
null
53a574d0-e460-43ab-8b61-e68b6b99c567
Incubation period of influenza -
18 - 72 hrs
1 - 6 hrs
5 - 10 days
< 1 hrs
0a
single
null
Social & Preventive Medicine
null
e1b0fffe-edde-4b8e-960e-99ddcc840615
A two–year–old boy is brought to emergency with severe anemia (Hb = 2 gm%) and features of congestive heart failure. The most appropriate immediate therapy for this boy would be –
Packed cell transfusion
Partial exchange transfusion
Whole blood transfusion
Parenteral iron injection
0a
single
null
Pediatrics
null
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Parasympathetic supply to lacrimal glands are passed through -
Lesser petorsal nerve
Chorda tympani
Greater petorsal nerve
Lingual nerve
2c
single
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Greater petrosal nerve o Secretomotor (parasympathetic) fibers to lacrimal gland travel through greater petrosal nerve.GangliaSensory rootSympathetic rootSecretomotor rootMotor rootDistributionCiliaryFrom nasociliary nervePlexus along ophthalmic artery-Edinger-Westphal nucleus - oculomotor nerve - ner...
Unknown
null
fb3aeb94-3b8b-45e5-8712-379e025657ed
Gold standard for reflux esophagitis is -
Manometry
Barium swallow
24 hours pH study
X-ray abdomen
2c
multi
null
Surgery
null
71ec894e-cfbd-4e2d-932d-e8f1f157dfa1
Quantity of current can be increased by
Increased milliamperage
Increased time
Increased tube current
All of the above
3d
multi
null
Radiology
null
db97f656-85a4-4097-b35d-044e1cac663e
Samter's triad is related to -
Ethmoid polyp
Nasopharyngial
Angiofibroma
Nasal glioma
0a
single
Ans, is 'a' i.e., Ethmoid polypSamter-s triado Samtef s triad is a medical condition consisting of asthma, aspirin sensitivity-, and nasal/ethmoidal polyposis. It occurs in middle age (twenties and thirties are the most common onset times) and may not include any allergies,o Most commonly the first symptom is rhinitis....
ENT
Nose and PNS
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The most common cause of seizures in a patient of AIDS is
Toxoplasmosis
Cryptococcal meningitis
Progressive multifocal leucoencephalopathy
CNS lymphoma
0a
single
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Toxoplasmosis Neurological manifestations of H.I.V. AIDS dementia complex (HIV encephalopathy) is a result of direct effects of HIV on CNS (not an oppounistic disease). It is subcoical dementia. Most common cause of seizures --> Toxoplasma Most common cause of meningitis --> Cryptococcus M.C. cause of...
Medicine
null
56e06587-92c2-448e-870b-c28fc78d5a6f
Increased levels of alanine in serum after fasting is primarily due to:
Net loss of muscle protein due to increased breakdown
Leakage from cells due to membrane damage
Renal dysfunction
Decreased rate of gluconeogenesis
0a
single
Ans. a. Met loss of muscle protein due to increased breakdown (Ref: Ganong 24/e p21)Increased levels of alanine in serum after fasting are primarily due to net loss of muscle protein due to increased breakdown."The quantity of carbohydrate normally stored in the entire body can supply the energy required for body funct...
Biochemistry
Amino Acid Metabolism
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The thickness of the cornea is measured by using –
Schiotz tonometer
Keratometer
Pachymeter
Aesthesiometer
2c
single
Pachymetry is used to measure thickness of cornea.
Ophthalmology
null
3b7ddc8c-e912-4b50-ac48-237602b17ec5
Which is not a substrate for gluconeogenesis?
Alanine
Fatty acid
Pyruvate
Lactate
1b
single
Substrate for gluconeogenesis are: -glucogenic amino acids, lactate, glycerol, propionyl CoA Glucose cannot be produced from fatty acidRef: DM Vasudevan, 7th edition, page no: 120
Biochemistry
Metabolism of carbohydrate
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What does indicate in the following partograph indicators?
Mild uterine contractions
Moderate uterine contractions
Strong uterine contractions
Arrest of labor
1b
single
Ans. B. Moderate uterine contractionsThe partograph is a graphical presentation of the progress of labor, and of fetal and maternal condition during labor.It is the best tool to help you detect whether labor is progressing normally or abnormally, and to warn you as soon as possible if there are signs of fetal distress ...
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Normal Labour
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Fenton reaction leads to free radical generation when -
Radiant energy is absorbed by water
H202 is formed by myeloperoxidase
Ferrous ion converted to ferric ion
Nitric oxide is converted to peroxynitrite
2c
single
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Ferrous ions converted to ferric ions o Free radicals are generated through Fenton's reaction.o In this reaction iron is converted from its ferrous to ferric form and a free radical is generated,o The effect of these reactive species relevant to cells injury include;Lipid peroxidation of membranesOxid...
Pathology
Mechanisms of Cell Injury
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A 70 kg patient needs to be staed on nitroglycerine (NTG) infusion. A 5 ml ampoule contains 5 mg/ml NTG. One ampoule is added to normal saline and to make a total of 500 ml solution. Calculate the rate of infusion if NTG is required at a rate of 10 mcg/min. (1 micro drip = 60 drops/ml )
12 drops/min
14 drops/min
15 drops/min
16 drops/min
0a
single
Dose to be given = 10 mcg/min As, one ampoule (5 ml) is mixed with normal saline to make 500 ml volume, Means 500 ml of solution contains = 5*5 = 25 mg NTG = 25000 mcg NTG 25mg -----500ml 1mg----500/25 10mcg -10*10 -3-----0.2ml So, we need to infuse 0.2 ml/min of the solution As, 1 ml = 60 drops So, 0.2 ml = 60/1 * 0.2...
Pharmacology
Pharmacokinetics
a93a10d2-fbfa-4c67-965e-b8ecbb52a277
Methyl alcohol causes blindness by affecting which of the following structures?
Retinal ganglion cells
Nerve fibers
Rods & Cones
Rods only
0a
single
Methyl alcohol is oxidized by alcohol dehydrogenase into formic acid and formaldehyde. Formic acid by inhibiting cytochrome oxidase is toxic to neurons especially retinal ganglion cells. In methanol poisoning vision loss begins 12 hours or more after ingestion and progress to complete blindness with unreactive pupils a...
Ophthalmology
null
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Pemberton’s sign is elicited
Swallowing
Raising of arms
Extrusion of tongue
Extension of neck
1b
multi
It is used for or large retrosternal goitres.
Medicine
null
d544a17b-a0a2-4e98-b42e-72f7878afc55
Most common part of larynx involved in TB -
Anterior
Posterior
Middle
Anywhere
1b
single
Ans. is 4b' i.e., Posterior o Disease affects the posterior third of larynx more commonly than anterior part.o The parts affected in descending order of frequency are i) Interarytenoid fold, ii) Ventricular band, iii) Vocal cords,iv) Epiglottis.o Also see above explanation.
ENT
Larynx
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In Barter's Syndrome, what is seen-
Metabolic acidosis
Hypokalemia
Hyperkalemia
Decrease in urinary calcium
1b
single
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Hypokalemia o In Bartter's syndrome the B.P. is low to normal despite increased level of aldosterone.Pathogenesis of Bartter Syndrome|Defect in sodium chloride and potasium transportin the ascending loop of henle|Loss of sodium and chloride|Volume contraction|Stimulation of Renin angiotensin|Increased...
Medicine
Fluid & Electrolyte
b1a6bae4-34de-4940-ab0a-77b23ded91b7
A 6 months old child woke up in night, crying with ahdominal pain, which got relieved on passing red stool. What is the most likely diagnosis?
Meckel's diverticulum
Intussusception
Malrotation
Intestinal obstruction
1b
single
Ans. b. Intussusception (Ref; Ghai 8/e p287; Sabiston 19/e p1851; Schwartz 9/e p1433-I434; Bailey 26/e 1184. 1187, 1193. 25/e p1191, 1196. 1198; Shackelford 7/e p1059-106)Most likely diagnosis in a 6 months old child, who woke up in night, crying with abdominal pain, which got relieved on passing red stool, is intussus...
Surgery
Intestinal Obstruction
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Moure's sign can be detected in
Nasopharyngeal carcinoma
Oropharyngeal carcinoma
Postcricoid carcinoma
Supraglottic carcinoma
2c
single
Moure`s sign- Absence of Laryngeal click or crepitusClassical sign in post-cricoid malignancy.Bocca`s sign - is also an absence of post-cricoid click or crackle in cricoid malignancy.Ref: Hazarika; 3rd ed; Pg 534
ENT
Larynx
ba104887-69be-4795-aa00-af90304bcfb6
Which of the following is x-linked recessive
G-6-PD deficiency
Neurofibromatosis
Thalassemia
Alkaptonuria
0a
single
Ans. is 'a' i.e., G-6-PD deficiency
Pathology
null
2cedb88b-1300-40e0-8e93-e0e551abc71b
Heamorrhagic external otitis media is caused by:
Influenza
Proteus
Staphylococcus
Streptococcus
0a
single
Hemorrhagic external otitis media: (Otitis externa hemorrhagia) is caused by influenza virus. Characterised by formation of haemorrhagic bullae on tympanic membrane. Clinical features: severe pain and blood stained discharge. Treatment: Analgesics + antibiotics.
ENT
null
692da2d0-f12d-4565-b17f-8bc6bd55a0ab
Passive cutaneous anaphylaxis detect:
Heterocytotropic ab
Wheal and flare reaction
Atopy
Cutaneous anaphylaxis
0a
single
Ans. (a)Passive cutaneous anaphylaxis-in vivo method for detection of antibodies.Antigen injection intradermally then same antigen with a dye injected IV - after 4 to 24 hours - wheal flare reaction occurs in intradermal site.Helps to detect IgG ab which is heterocytotropic, not for IgM which is homocytotropic.
Microbiology
Immunology
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Gout can be precipitated by all of the following
Thiazides
Furosemide
Cyclosporine
High dose salicylates
3d
multi
Ans. is 'd' i.e., High dose salicylates High dose Salicylates are uricosuric and do not cause Hyperuricemia. Diuretics including Thiazides and Furosemide are known to cause Hyperuricemia. Cyclosporine and Tacrolimus are also associated with Hyperuricemia. High Doses of Salicylates > 3.0 g/day are uricosuric, while Low ...
Medicine
null
db050c1e-6611-4672-afa9-b4454516a2e6
All of the following feature may be seen in throm-botic thrombocytopenic purpura,except-
Fever
Haemolysis
Hypertension
Low platelets count
2c
multi
null
Medicine
null
e7c0db27-c239-4e4b-be24-ee15bee6ea10
The lacrimal gland is located in a groove which is overlap by
Levator palpebrae superioris muscle
Lateral rectus
Inferior oblique
Superior oblique
0a
single
null
Anatomy
null
7ff5ad04-0ab4-4dea-9148-416203b9d2ef
Most common pox virus infection in human is -
Smallpox
Monkeypox
Cowpox
Mulluscum contagiosum
3d
multi
Ans. is 'd' i.e., Mulluscum contagiosum o Among the given options, smallpox (variola) virus and molluscum contagiosum affect human as their primary host.o Small pox has been eradicated,o Molluscum contagiosum is a common skin infection.Poxviruses causing disease in humansGenusVirusPrimary HostDisease VariolaHumanSmallp...
Microbiology
Poxviruses
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Wickham's striae are seen in
Lichen planus
Leukoplakia
Leukoedema
Erythema multiformae
0a
single
null
Pathology
null
edd4ea8b-0e91-4a9c-bb16-dd49e9f402da
True about immunoglobulins -
IgE has minimum concentration
IgG has minimum concentration
IgA has minimum concentration
IgM has minimum concentration
0a
multi
Of IgE is typically the least abundant isotype--blood serum IgE levels in a normal individual are only 0.05% of the Ig concentration Ref: Ananthanarayan & Panikers textbook of microbiology 9th edition pf:98
Microbiology
Immunology
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Which of the following statements regarding ACE inhibitors is true?
These inhibit the conversion of angiotensinogen to angiotensin-1
Omission of prior diuretic dose decreases the risk of postural hypotension
Lisinopril is shorter acting than enalapril
These are contra-indicated in diabetic patients.
1b
multi
Ans. (B) Omission of prior diuretic dose decreases the risk of postural hypotension(Ref: KDT 8th/e p531)Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitors (ACEI)*This group of drugs inhibits the enzyme kininase II or ACE. So, these drugs decrease the activity of RAAS and also potentiate the vasodilatory action of bradykinin. Bec...
Pharmacology
C.V.S
394937f1-ab23-4c7c-a871-43a701f1aa23
N-MYC amplification is associated with
Burkitt lymphoma
Squamous cell ca lung
Astrocytoma
Neuroblastoma
3d
single
null
Pathology
General pathology
8b48f911-385f-4c6b-ae2e-cf03474d1231
Serous Demilunes are present in large number in which gland
Parotid
Submandibular
Sublingual
Pituitary
1b
single
Serous demilunes are cellular formations in the shape of a half-moon on some salivary glands. It is a feature of mixed (seromucinous)glands like submandibular salivary glands. Theseare the serous cells at the distal end of mucous tubuloalveolar secretory unit of ceain glands. Type of glands: Parotid - serous gland Subl...
Anatomy
Glands & Connective tissue
104b4d46-9fad-4817-8b3a-e38625eb27d2
Treatment of tetanus A/E-
Clindamycin
Doxycycline
Metronidazole
Penicillin
3d
single
null
Medicine
null
7e89d38f-7a19-48b8-a170-ea432fed9886
A 25-year-old student with 20/20 vision looks up from his book to view his girlfriend sitting on the other side of the room. Which of the following is most likely to occur when the student changes his view from his book to his girlfriend?
Thicker lens, contraction of ciliary muscle
Thicker lens, relaxation of ciliary muscle
Thinner lens, contraction of ciliary muscle
Thinner lens, relaxation of ciliary muscle
3d
single
Light rays from distant objects do not require as much refraction (bending) as do light rays from objects close at hand. Therefore, a thinner lens with less curvature is required for viewing distant objects. The process of accommodation adjusts the thickness of the lens for near and far vision by contracting or relaxin...
Physiology
Special Senses
0f6734fa-fb78-4dd3-84bb-9edff2f2f25c
Dilutional hyponatremia is seen in ?
Addison's disease
Vincristine
Diuretic therapy
Craniphyrangioma
1b
single
Answer- B. VincristineAcute kidney injury (AKI) (ARF)CirrhosisNephrotic syndromeCardiac failureAnti cancer drugs
Medicine
null
aa4f0026-8f5b-4c4d-a37a-1943f3ca4bc1
Indication for relining of complete denture include alt, expect
Immediate denture at 3-6 months after their original construction
Patient cannot afford new denture
Abuse soft tissues are present
When the construction of new dentures with the multiple appointment cause physical and mental stress
2c
single
null
Dental
null
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A 7 year old boy presented with generalized edema. Urine examination revealed marked albuminuria. Serum biochemical examinations showed hypoalbuminaemia with hyperlipidemia. Kidney biopsy was undeaken. On light microscopic examination, the kidney appeared normal. Electron microscopic examination is most likely to revea...
Fusion of foot processes of yhe glomerular epithelial cells
Rarefaction of glomerular basement membrane
Deposition of electron dense material in the basement membrane
Thin basement membrane
0a
single
This is a case of minimal change disease(MCD) On biopsy-no lesion is seen by light microscopy, negative for deposits by immunofluorescent microscopy -so it is also called nil lesion. On electron microscopy -effacement of foot processes suppoing Glomerular cells(podocytes) with weakening of slit pore membranes is seen. ...
Medicine
Kidney
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Yellow fever vaccination starts protection after how many days of injection -
5 days
10 days
15 days
20 days
1b
single
null
Social & Preventive Medicine
null
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Virchows method of organ removal is
Organs removed en masse
Organs removed one by one
In situ removal
Minimal invasive autopsy
1b
single
METHOD OF REMOVAL OF ORGANS. Virchow's technique- Organs are removed one by one, Cranial cavity is exposed first, followed by thoracic,cervical and abdominal organs. Spinal cord is removed from the back. Rokitansky's technique- It involves in situ dissection in pa, combined with en block removal. Letulle's technique- C...
Forensic Medicine
Death and postmortem changes
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A 36-year-old woman is admitted to the hospital with severe head injuries after a car crash. During neurologic examination it is noted that her uvula is deviated to the right. Which of the following muscles is paralyzed?
Left levator veli palatini
Left tensor veli palatini
Right levator veli palatini
Right tensor veli palatini
0a
single
The uvula would move toward the intact right side. This is because the intact levator veli palatini would be unopposed by the opposite, paralyzed left levator veli palatini.
Anatomy
Head & Neck
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All of the following occurs in adrenal deficiency except
Hypoglycemia
Hypocalcemia
Hypotension
Hyponatremia
1b
multi
null
Medicine
null
4354102e-3a13-4cb4-933c-b3bd6f535f6c
Savita is 35 years female with Gravida-2 and parity 1+0 is suffering from hepatic encephalopathy. Likely cause will be -
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis E
Hepatitis D
Hepatitis A
1b
single
Ans. is 'b' i.e. Hepatitis E (Ref. Dutta, 6/e, p 292 (5/e, p. 308), Robbins illustrated, 6/e, p. 862).Hepatitis E infection has a benign course in normal individuals just like hepatitis A but once it infects a pregnant female it shows its ugly face. It then causes fulminant hepatitis in a large % of pregnant females le...
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Hepatic, Biliary, and Pancreatic Disorders
1a64f235-feb2-434f-9bed-4bff844c6aaa
Which RNA has splicing activity
m RNA
mi RNA
r RNA
sn RNA
3d
single
sn RNA (small nuclear RNA) acts as Ribozyme. (RNA with enzymatic activity) It has splicing activity and is involved in mRNA processing.
Biochemistry
null
e33f9d6e-08d0-4781-baf9-a7a60aee4360
Which specimen shouldn't be refrigerated before primary innoculation?
CSF
Urine
Sputum
Pus
0a
single
Ref: Ananthnarayan R. Paniker CKJ. Textbook of Microbiology. 8th Edition. Hyderabad: Universities Press; 2009. Pg. 332Explanation:Haemophilus influenzae is an important cause of meningitis.The disease is more common in children between two months and three years of age. Infections are caused by the capsulated strains, ...
Microbiology
Culture media and method
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The Tongue:
Separated from the epiglottis by glossoepiglottic folds
Contains foramen caecum which is present on the dorsum of frenulum
Contains 6 — 10 circumvallate papilla located posterior to sulcus terminals
Embryologically derives from 1st branchial arch only
0a
multi
null
Anatomy
null
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Glomular filtration rate increases if: September 2005
Increased plasma oncotic pressure
Decreased glomerular hydrostatic pressure
Increased renal blood flow
Increased tubular hydrostatic pressure
2c
single
Ans. C: Increased renal blood flow GFR = Kf x Net filtration pressure Net filtration pressure represents the sum of the hydrostatic and colloid osmotic forces that either our/oppose filtration across glomerular capillaries Hydrostatic pressure inside the glomerular capillaries (PGC) - Promotes filtration Hydrostatic pr...
Physiology
null
bb636c46-8d5a-480b-b952-31cb9b07e973
A 65-year-old woman undergoes a kidney transplant for CKD. 6 weeks after the transplant, she develops CMV infection characterized by fever, malaise, and myalgias. Which of the following is a potential sequela of CMV infection?
Intra-abdominal abscess
Pyelonephritis
Cholecystitis
GI ulcers & hemorrhage
3d
single
Viral infections are the most common infection post transplantation. These include infections by cytomegalovirus (CMV), Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), herpes simplex virus, and varicella zoster virus. CMV infections presents as fever, malaise, myalgia, ahralgia, and leukopenia. Organ involvement leads to pneumonitis; ulcera...
Surgery
Transplantation
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Anterior lenticonus is found in –
Lowe's syndrome
William's syndrome
Alport's syndrome
Down's syndrome
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single
Anterior lenticonus is seen in Alport's syndrome and posterior lenticonus is seen in Lowe's syndrome.
Ophthalmology
null
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Procalcitonin is used as marker of
Cardiac dysfunction in acute coronary syndrome
Menstrual perodicity
Pituitary function
Sepsis
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single
ref Harrison 18/e p3419 Procalcitonin is an acute phase reactant which is now useful for being a marker of sepsis Procalcitonin (PCT) is a biomarker that exhibits greater specificity than other proinflammatory markers (eg, cytokines) in identifying patients with sepsis and can beused in the diagnosis of bacterial infec...
Anatomy
General anatomy
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If we say that here is no significant association between two variable and if truly an association exists. Then it is called:
Type I error
Type II error
Systematic error
Random error
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multi
Null hypothesis (H0) there is No significant association In the given question, In reality an association exists, So Null hypothesis is false We say no significant association exists, so we are accepting Null hypothesis Hence its Type II error
Social & Preventive Medicine
Biostats
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In case of hanging neck ligature marks are example of -
Contusion
Pressure abrasion
Lacerration
Bruise
1b
single
The synopsis of forensic medicine & toxicology - Dr k.s.narayan reddy ;28th edition; Pg no. 105 Also called crushing or friction abrasion. The are caused by crushing of superficial layer of epidermis & are associated with bruise of the surrounding area . occurs when movement of instrument is around 90deg to the skin .h...
Forensic Medicine
Mechanical injuries
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A 23 year old male who is otherwise normal complains of mild pain in his right iliac fossa in a waveform pattern which increases during the night and he becomes exhausted and is admitted in the hospital. On examination there is mild hematuria. Urine examination reveals plenty of RBCs, 50WBCs/hpf. Urine pH is 5.5. Most ...
Glomerulonephritis
Ca-Urinary bladder
Ureteral calculus
Cystitis
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single
Ans. is 'c' ie. Ureteral calculus The patient's clinical picture is typical of ureteric calculus.Colicky renal pain associated with hematuria is suggestive of ureteric stone although a clot from a bleeding renal tumor can cause the same type of pain.A ureteric calculus pain is almost invariably associated with hematuri...
Surgery
Urolithiasis
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A 67-year-old, 60-kg homeless man has been in the intensive care unit (ICU) for a week after an emergency laparotomy and sigmoid resection for perforated diverticulitis. His serum albumin is 1.1 g/dL. He was just weaned from mechanical ventilation. His colostomy is not functioning. You start total parenteral nutrition ...
Phosphate
Magnesium
Calcium
Selenium
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single
Rapid institution of full nutritional support can cause "refeeding syndrome" in malnourished patients. The hall mark of this condition is hypophosphatemia. Phosphate is taken up by phosphate-depleted cells trying to metabolize the nutrition and levels of ATP fall precipitously. This leads to respiratory failure. Refeed...
Surgery
Fluid & Electrolyte
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All are USG findings of PCOS except
>=20 Follicles which are <=9 mm in size in either ovary
Ovarian Volume <=10 cc
Necklace of pearl pattern of Follicles
Thick Ovarian Stroma
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multi
Cysts arrange around the periphery of ovary giving Necklace of pearl appearance on USG is Characteristic of PCOD Rotterdam PCOS Diagnostic Criteria for PCOS diagnosis : The presence of two of the three criteria is sufficient to diagnosis PCOS: menstrual cycle anomalies (amenorrhea, oligomenorrhea), clinical and/or bioc...
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
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Surfactant lining the alveoli
Helps prevent alveolar collapse.
Is produced in alveolar type I cells and secreted into the alveolus.
Is increased in the lungs of heavy smokers.
Is a glycolipid complex.
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single
The low surface tension when the alveoli are small is due to the presence in the fluid lining the alveoli of surfactant, a lipid surface-tension-lowering agent. If the surface tension is not kept low when the alveoli become smaller during expiration, they collapse in accordance with the law of Laplace.
Physiology
null
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Immersion syndrome occurs due to ?
Vagal inhibition
Vagal Stimulation
Sympathetic stimulation
Sympathetic inhibition
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single
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Vagal inhibition Types of drowning Drowning is classified as (1) typical and (2) atypical. 1. Typical drowning (wet drowning) Typical drowning refers to obstruction of air passages and lungs by inhalation of water or other fluid. Therefore it is also called wet drowning and findings offluid and froth ...
Forensic Medicine
null
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True about anaplastic Ca of thyroid -a) Common in elderlyb) Surrounding neck tissues are freec) Lymphatic infiltration occursd) p53 mutation
acd
ad
bc
bde
0a
multi
null
Surgery
null
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Oesophagus supplied by oesophageal branches of all except
Inferior thyroid aery
Descending thoracic aery
Left gastric aery
Right gastric aery
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multi
Aerial Supply of esophagus:1. The cervical pa including the segment up to the arch of aoa is supplied by the inferior thyroid aeries.2. The thoracic pa is supplied by the oesophageal branches of the aoa.3.The abdominal pa is supplied by the oesophageal branches of the left gastric aery.Ref: BD Chaurasia; Volume 1; 6th ...
Anatomy
Thorax
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Single best parameter to assess gestational age in first trimester?
CRL (Crown Rump Length)
BPD (Biparietal diameter)
HC (Head Circumference)
FL (Femur Length)
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single
Best parameter to assess gestational age- First trimester - CRL (Crown Rump Length) Second trimester - BPD (Biparietal Diameter) Third trimester - BPD (Biparietal Diameter) Best Overall - CRL (Crown Rump Length)
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Obstetrics
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All are the features of an acute attack of primary narrow-angle glaucoma except:
Intraocular pressure is raised up to 940-70 mm of Hg
Eye is red, painful and tender
Disc shows glaucomatous cupping
Fellow eye also shows shallow anterior chamber
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multi
Ans. Disc shows glaucomatous cupping
Ophthalmology
null
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All are true for sublingual route except ?
Escape first pass metabolism
All drugs can be given
Action can be terminated any time
Rapid absorption
1b
multi
Ans. is 'b' i.e., All drugs can be given Sublingual route of administration The tablet or pellet containing the drug is placed under the tongue or crushed in the mouth and spread over the buccal mucosa. Only the lipid soluble and non-irritating drugs can be administered by this route Absoption is rapid and action can b...
Pharmacology
null
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Libmansach's endocaritis is associated with?
Rheumatic heart disease
SLE
Carcinoma
None
1b
multi
Ans. B. SLE. (Ref. Robbings pathology 8th/pg. 408).Robbin's pathology 8th/pg. 408# Libman-Sacks endocarditis refers to sterile vegetations that can develop on the valves of patients with systemic lupus erythematosus.Libman-Sacks Endocarditis# These lesions presumably occur because of immune complex deposition and thus ...
Pathology
C.V.S
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Epimers of glucose
Mannose
Glyceraldehyde
Fructose
None
0a
multi
When sugars are different from one another, only in configuration with regard to a single carbon atom, other than the reference carbon atom, they are called epimers. For example, glucose and mannose are an epimeric pair which differs only with respect to C2. Similarly, galactose is the 4th epimer of glucose. (Fig. 6.4)...
Biochemistry
Metabolism of carbohydrate
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Immediate treatment of hypercalcemia of malignancy is:
IV fluids
Bisphosphonates
Calcitonin
Glucocorticoids
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single
Ans. (A) IV fluids(Ref: Harrison 19th/610; KDt 8/e p370)Management of hypercalcemia of malignancyDrug of choiceBisphosphonatesImmediate treatmentIV fluids with furosemideFastest calcium lowering drugCalcitonin
Pharmacology
Endocrinology
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Immunosuppressive drugs are less effective in which type of graft rejection ?
Acute cellular rejection
Acute humoral rejection
Chronic rejection
None of the above
1b
multi
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Acute humoral rejectionBecause most clinically available immunosuppressive drugs target T-cells, they or inefective in antibody mediated rejection".
Pharmacology
null
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Reinke crystals are found in
Arrhenoblastoma
Granulosa cell tumor
Dysgerminoma
Hilus cell tumor
3d
single
Hilus cell tumor: Rare virilizing tumor Arises from cells in the ovarian hilum Presence of Reinke crystals in the cells is the distinguishing feature of leydig or interstitial cells of testis Ref: Shaw Gynecology 17e pg 449.
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Gynaecological oncology
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Combination of Nifedipine with what other tocolytic agent can potentially cause dangerous neuromuscular blockade.
Terbutaline
Magsulf
Indomethacin
Atosiban
1b
multi
Magnesium sulphate when used with nifedipine can cause neuromuscullar blockade that can interfere with pulmonary and cardiac function.
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
null
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A 32 year old person comes to the hospital after 2 weeks of the onset of diarrhoea. Diagnosis of typhoid can be confirmed with
Urine culture
Stool culture
Blood culture
Widal test
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single
Diagnosis done in 1st week - Blood culture 2nd week - Widal / Antibodies level 2rd week - Stool culture 4th week - Urine culture
Social & Preventive Medicine
null
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Goodpasture's disease is characteraized by all except-
Glomerulonephritish
Leukocytoclastic vasculitis
Presence ofantibodies to BM
Diffuse alveolar hemorrhage
1b
multi
Goodpasture syndrome (GPS), also known as anti-glomerular basement membrane disease, is a rare autoimmune disease in which antibodies attack the basement membrane in lungs and kidneys, leading to bleeding from the lungs and kidney failure. It is thought to attack the alpha-3 subunit of type IV collagen, which has there...
Medicine
Kidney
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Best diagnosis for dissecting aoa is:
CT scan
MRI
Angiography
X-ray
1b
single
Ans. MRI
Radiology
null
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Myocardial isonzyme of CK which is specific for myocardial infarction is
CK-BB
CK-MB
CK-MM
All of the above
1b
multi
within 4–6 hrs after development of acute MI, peaks during the 2nd day (4 fold rise) and disappears in 2–3 days. Other causes of total CK elevation: 1. Skeletal diseases – Polymyositis, Muscle dys- trophy, Myopathies 2. Electrical cardioversion 3. Skeletal muscle damage – trauma, convulsions, immobilisation 4. Hypoth...
Medicine
null
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The shape of septal cailage is:
Triangular
Quadrilateral
Oval
Hexagonal
1b
single
The septal nasal cailage, (cailage of the septum or quadrangular cailage) is composed of hyaline cailage. It is somewhat quadrilateral in form, thicker at its margins than at its center, and completes the separation between the nasal cavities in front.
ENT
null
b78ed62e-3e27-4b6f-b81e-88e577a35f70
Duret hemorrhage is seen in?
Brain
Brain stem
Eye
Medulla
1b
single
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Brain stem Duret hemorrhage is small areas of bleeding in the ventral and paramedian pas of the upper brain stem. Causes include acute trauma, edema following trauma, abscess or tumor
Forensic Medicine
null
55ff2ac5-b8cf-4d3b-a5a0-43a89c998af2
First step to be done in case of variceal bleeding-
Blood transfusion
IV Crystal]oides
Endoscopy
Somatostatin
1b
multi
Ans. is 'b' i.e., iv crystalloides Initial resuscitation is usually with isotonic crystalloid solutions. A minimum of 6 units of blood are typed and crossmatched for most patients. If PT is prolonged more than 3 seconds, fresh frozen plasma is a component of the resuscitation volume.Endoscopy to determine cause of blee...
Surgery
Diagnostic Evaluation of the Esophagus
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Excessive sunlight exposure can cause
BCC
Melanom
SCC
Leukemia
2c
single
null
Pathology
null
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Bishop scoring is done for ?
Exchange transfusion in newborn
Induction of labour
Ventilation of Newborn
Gestation of Newborn
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single
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Induction of labour Bishop score, also Bishop's score, also known as cervix score is a pre-labor scoring system to assist in predicting whether induction of labor will be required. The total score is achieved by assessing the following five components on vaginal examination: Cervical dilation Cervical...
Pediatrics
null
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The following condition of GB is precancerous -
Cholesterosis
Porcelain gall bladder
Biliary atresia
Choledochal cyst
1b
multi
Gallbladders containing stones or infectious agents develop cancer as a result of irritative trauma and chronic inflammation. Carcinogenic derivatives of bile acids also may play a role. Porcelain gallbladder increases the risk of cancer. Choledochal cysts predispose to stone formation, stenosis and stricture, pancreat...
Pathology
null
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In Diabetes, What happens to RQ:
RQ always increases in Diabetes
RQ increases & on giving Insulin it again decreases
RQ always decreases in Diabetes
RQ decreases & on giving Insulin it again increases
3d
single
Respiratory Quotient (RQ) Calculation of RQ of Glucose (carbohydrates): Oxidation of glucose in body: C6H1206 + 602 - 6C02 + 6H20 So, RQ = 6/6 = 1 RQ VALUES for different food components: Carbohydrates - 1 Proteins - 0.8 Fats - 0.74 Mixed diet - 0.85 Brain - 0.97 - 0.99 RQ TELLS US Type of macromolecules used in the bo...
Biochemistry
Miscellaneous
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Which will the patient with following peripheral smear and X-ray spine present with?
Hand Foot syndrome
Black urine
Elevated haptoglobin
Splenomegaly with gall stones
0a
multi
Ref: Harsh Mohan, Textbook of Pathology, 7th ed. pg. 294-96The X-ray spine shows fish shaped vertebra with peripheral smear showing sickle shaped RBCs. The presence of sickling crisis lead to Hand-Foot syndrome is characterized by painful infarcts of the digits and dactylitis.
Pathology
Blood
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All form the boundaries of ovarian fossa, except ?
Ureter
Internal pudendal aery
Obliterated umbilical aery
Internal iliac aery
1b
multi
Each ovary lies in ovarian fossa an the lateral pelvic wall which is bounded :-i) Anteriorly : Obliterated umblical aeryii) Posteriorly : Ureter and internal iliac aery
Anatomy
null
3dd88978-a99b-4ee4-a51f-0712e9221cbb
Alzheimer's disease, which is involved?
Frontal coex
Coical atrophy of temporoparietal coex
Frontal and parietal coex
Occipital coex
1b
single
Alzheimer's disease (AD), also referred to simply as Alzheimer's, is a chronic neurodegenerative disease that usually stas slowly and gradually worsens over time.It is the cause of 60-70% of cases of dementia.The most common early symptom is difficulty in remembering recent events.As the disease advances, symptoms can ...
Medicine
C.N.S
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True about vit–D deficiency rickets –a) Vit. D3 given at a dose of 50–150 mg/dayb) X–ray knee joint is diagnosticc) Rickety rosary is tenderd) Increased chances of respiratory tract infectione) Hyponatrernia
c
bd
ab
ac
1b
multi
null
Pediatrics
null
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Dupuytren's contracture is seen in
Peyronie's disease
Hypospadias
Epispadias
Exostrophy
0a
single
Dupuytren's contracture refers to localised thickening of palmar aponeurosis and later formation of nodules with severe permanent changes in metacarpophalangeal and proximal interphalangeal joints. It is often associated with the following conditions : * Plantar fasciitis 5%-Ledderhose's disease * Mediastinal and retro...
Surgery
Urology
901e7990-ff69-4885-99b6-fc045c5244a1
Laparoscopy - pressure in the abdomen of children -
2-6 mm Hg
8-12 mm Hg
14 - 18 mm Hg
20 - 24 mm Hg
1b
single
Ans. is 'b' i.e., 8-12 mm Hg * The optimal intrabdominal pressure for laproscopy in children has been established to be between 8-12 mm Hg, with neonates tolerating lower pressures than elders.
Surgery
Gall Bladder & Bile Ducts
cb8ef202-d85f-4350-949e-e1672a94aaa6
It is true about H. Pylori that it -
Is gram -ve spiral organism
Is a protozoa
Causes chronic gastritis in adults due to reinfection
Treatment prevents gastric lymphoma
3d
multi
Ans. is 'd' i.e., Treatment prevent gastric lymphoma
Microbiology
null
b153eaf7-cf1a-46db-8dbb-434a15eeeafe
A 12-year-old girl with the mood and emotional liability has a golden brown discoloration in descemet membrane. Most likely diagnosis is:
Fabry's disease
Wilson's disease
Glycogen storage disease
Acute rheumatic fever
1b
single
b. Wilson's disease(Ref: Nelson's 20/e p 1939-1940, Ghai 8/e p 320-321)KF ring in Wilson disease is due to deposition of Copper in the Descemet membrane layer of cornea.
Pediatrics
Inborn Errors of Metabolism
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Digitalis does not increase which parameter of heart-
Force of contraction
Myocordial contractility
Myocardial oxygen demand
Cardiac output
2c
single
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Myocardial oxygen demand Effect of digitalis on hearto Main mechanism of action of digitalis is to increase in force of contraction of heart - a positive inotropic action.o Amongst given options, option d is the best choice - heart rate is decreased by digitalis and there is increase myocardial contra...
Pharmacology
Digitalis
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Presbyopia occurs as a result of the following except
Loss of elasticity of the capsule
Sclerosis of lens fibres
Reduced anterior movement of the lens
Reduced contraction of the ciliary muscle
2c
multi
Presbyopia is multifactorial and is believed to result from poor ciliary muscle contraction with age and age-related sclerosis and loss of elasticity of the lens fibres and the lens capsule.
Ophthalmology
All India exam
a93815f6-0e88-455e-bb07-3f5bafe22be6
Schistosoma japanicum resides in -
Vesical Plexus
Splenic Vein
Systemic Circulation
Gall bladder
1b
multi
The adult worms of S.haematobium live primarily in the vesical and pelvic venous plexuses whereas S.japonicum and S.mansoni inhabit the superior mesentric vein and the inferior mesentric vein respectively (refer pgno:119 baveja 3 rd edition)
Microbiology
parasitology