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 hallmark of reversible cell injury is
A) Cellular swelling
B) Nuclear fragmentation
C) Fibrosis
D) Membrane rupture
✅ Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Cellular swelling is an early sign of reversible injury due to ion imbalance.
Q: Inflammation is the body’s response to
A) Cell growth
B) Hormonal change
C) Oxygen saturation
D) Tissue injury
✅ Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Inflammation is triggered by harmful stimuli such as pathogens or damaged cells.
Q: Chronic inflammation often includes
A) Neutrophils
B) Macrophages
C) Basophils
D) Erythrocytes
✅ Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Macrophages dominate in chronic inflammation for tissue repair and debris clearance.
Q: Caseous necrosis resembles
A) Glassy material
B) Liquid structure
C) Gel-like mass
D) Cheese-like appearance
✅ Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Caseous necrosis, often seen in TB, has a soft, white, cheese-like consistency.
Q: Fatty change in liver is commonly due to
A) Alcohol abuse
B) Vitamin D
C) Protein intake
D) Sugar deficiency
✅ Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Alcohol metabolism disrupts lipid processing, leading to fat accumulation in hepatocytes.