Pathology MCQs
Pathology MCQs assess knowledge of disease mechanisms, histopathology, and systemic conditions. Covering organs like liver, lungs, heart, and kidneys, they help MDCAT, USMLE, NTS, and FCPS aspirants strengthen concepts and clinical understanding.
Q: The main structural protein deposited during fibrosis
A) Collagen
B) Myosin
C) Fibrin
D) Elastin
✅ Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Collagen is produced by fibroblasts and accumulates in chronic inflammation and healing.
Q: Hematopoiesis primarily takes place in
A) Kidney
B) Liver
C) Spleen
D) Bone marrow
✅ Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Bone marrow is the primary site of blood cell production in adults.
Q: Malignant tumors typically exhibit
A) Uniform structure
B) Slow regression
C) Rapid growth
D) Low mitotic rate
✅ Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Malignant tumors grow quickly due to high mitotic activity.
Q: Granuloma formation is characteristic of
A) Tuberculosis
B) Diabetes
C) Hypertension
D) Anemia
✅ Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Tuberculosis often triggers a chronic inflammatory response forming granulomas.
Q: Necrosis refers to
A) New cell formation
B) Cell regeneration
C) Controlled cell death
D) Uncontrolled cell death
✅ Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Necrosis is an accidental and pathological form of cell death.