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Disorders and Conditions Related to Bone and Immune System Quiz

#1

Which of the following is a condition characterized by weakened and brittle bones?

Osteoporosis
Explanation

Weakening and brittleness of bones.

#2

Which bone disorder results in abnormal curvature of the spine, giving an 'S' or 'C' shape?

Scoliosis
Explanation

Abnormal spine curvature.

#3

What is the primary function of the immune system?

To protect the body from pathogens
Explanation

Defense against pathogens.

#4

Which autoimmune disease primarily affects the joints, causing inflammation, pain, and stiffness?

Rheumatoid arthritis
Explanation

Inflammation and pain in joints.

#5

What is the role of T cells in the immune system?

Destroying infected cells
Explanation

Eliminating infected cells.

#6

Which of the following is a chronic inflammatory disease affecting the spine and sacroiliac joints?

Ankylosing spondylitis
Explanation

Inflammatory disease of spine and joints.

#7

Which bone marrow disorder results in excessive production of abnormal white blood cells?

Leukemia
Explanation

Overproduction of abnormal white blood cells.

#8

Which type of immunity provides immediate, short-term protection against pathogens?

Passive immunity
Explanation

Short-term protection against pathogens.

#9

What is the main function of osteoblasts in bone tissue?

Produce new bone tissue
Explanation

Production of new bone tissue.

#10

Which cytokine is primarily responsible for inducing fever during an infection?

Interleukin-1 (IL-1)
Explanation

Induction of fever during infection.

#11

Which condition is characterized by the abnormal thickening and hardening of bone?

Paget's disease
Explanation

Abnormal thickening and hardening of bone.

#12

Which cell type is responsible for bone resorption and breakdown?

Osteoclast
Explanation

Breakdown of bone tissue.

#13

Which autoimmune disorder primarily affects the thyroid gland, leading to hyperthyroidism?

Graves' disease
Explanation

Hyperthyroidism due to thyroid gland affection.

#14

Which immune cell type is responsible for producing antibodies?

B cells
Explanation

Antibody production.

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