The Microscopic Feature That Accounts for the White Clinical Appearance

question 31

Multiple Choice

The microscopic feature that accounts for the white clinical appearance of lichen planus is:

• A) Fibrin membrane over a chronic ulcer
• B) Intracellular edema of keratinocytes
• C) Acanthosis
• D) Hyperkeratosis
• E) Vasculitis

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Definitions:

Peri-

A prefix meaning around or near, used to denote vicinity to a specific body part or time relative to an event.

Around

In a position or movement encircling, near, or surrounding an object or area.

Oligo-

A prefix meaning few or deficient, used in medical terms to indicate a scarcity or lack.

Scanty

Insufficient in quantity or amount; minimal.