While Studying Microscope Slides of Tissue Samples from a Human

question 8

Multiple Choice

While studying microscope slides of tissue samples from a human cadaver brain, you notice Lewy bodies. The presence of these suggests that the individual may have had either:

• A)Down syndrome or Parkinson disease.
• B)Down syndrome or Alzheimer disease.
• C)schizophrenia or Alzheimer disease.
• D)Parkinson disease or Alzheimer disease.

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Definitions:

Thrombin

An enzyme in blood plasma that causes the clotting of blood by converting fibrinogen to fibrin.

Plasma

The liquid component of blood, in which blood cells are suspended, containing proteins, electrolytes, and nutrients.

Serum

The clear, yellowish fluid that remains from blood plasma after clotting factors have been removed, used in diagnostic tests and treatments.

Lymphedema

Swelling typically in one of the arms or legs due to a blockage in the lymphatic system, preventing lymph fluid from draining well.