FREE CHT Histocompatibility Principles Questions and Answers

Question 1

What does histocompatibility refer to?

Accepted Answer

Tissue compatibility for transplants

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DNA replication process

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Histological staining

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Blood pressure regulation

Question 2

Which molecule plays a central role in histocompatibility?

Accepted Answer

HLA

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Hemoglobin

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Collagen

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ATP

Question 3

Why is HLA typing necessary before transplantation?

Accepted Answer

To identify compatible tissue

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To determine age

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To monitor vitals

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To detect blood sugar

Question 4

What is the function of the major histocompatibility complex (MHC)?

Accepted Answer

Present antigens to immune cells

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Produce insulin

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Transport oxygen

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Generate energy

Question 5

Which cells are primarily involved in recognizing histocompatibility antigens?

Accepted Answer

T lymphocytes

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Red blood cells

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Platelets

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Neurons

Question 6

What type of rejection occurs within minutes of transplant due to preformed antibodies?

Accepted Answer

Hyperacute rejection

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Chronic rejection

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Cellular adaptation

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Metabolic response

Question 7

Which technique is commonly used to detect HLA antibodies?

Accepted Answer

ELISA

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X-ray

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CT Scan

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MRI

Question 8

Which test determines lymphocyte cytotoxicity in transplantation?

Accepted Answer

CDC assay

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Glucose tolerance test

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Liver panel

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Urinalysis

Question 9

Which organization accredits histocompatibility laboratories in the U.S.?

Accepted Answer

ASHI

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CDC

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OSHA

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FDA