Histologie Test 0% 29 votes, 4.9 avg 410 You will have 60 minutes to complete all the questions. After the timer reaches 60 minutes, the exam will end and be saved automatically. Good luck! *Fingers crossed* The timer has been reached. The exam has now been terminated and saved. Histologie Test 1 / 60 The macula densa consists of: a. modified smooth muscle cells. b. densely packed collagen fibers in the juxtaglomerular interstitium. c. closely-packed nuclei in the epithelium of the distal convoluted tubule. d. closely-packed nuclei in the epithelium of the proximal convoluted tubule. e. extraglomerular mesangial cells. 2 / 60 Mesangial cells are: a. simple columnar epithelial cells. b. simple cuboidal epithelial cells. c. unique epithelial cells with many interdigitating processes. d. not epithelial cells. e. simple squamous epithelial cells. 3 / 60 Which cells respond to aldosterone? a. juxtaglomerular cells. b. podocytes. c. epithelial cells of distal tubules. d. epithelial cells of Bowman's capsule. e. mesangial cells. 4 / 60 Juxtaglomerular cells secrete: a. aldosterone. b. renin. c. angiotensinogen. d. urea. e. antiduretic hormone. 5 / 60 Vessels which connect interlobular arteries with glomerular capillaries are called: a. peritubular capillaries. b. vasa recta. c. afferent arterioles. d. arcuate arteries. e. efferent arterioles. 6 / 60 Which of the following layers lies nearest the outer surface of the epidermis? a. stratum basale or stratum germinativum. b. stratum lucidum. c. stratum corneum. d. stratum spinosum or stratum Malpighii. e. stratum granulosum 7 / 60 Identify the INCORRECT statement a. The maturation of spermatids into spermatozoides is called spermiogenesis. b. The testes are surrounded by a thick connective tissue capsule, the tunica albuginea. c. The first meiotic division of primary spermatocytes will give rise the secondary spermatocytes. d. The prophase of primary spermatocytes is extremely prolonged. e. Leydig cells provide structural and nutritional support for the developing spermatocytes. 8 / 60 The loose, adipose connective tissue layer of skin is: a. mucosa b. hypodermis c. dermis d. lamina propria e. epidermis 9 / 60 Identify the CORRECT statement(2) a. Juxtaglomerular cells surrounding the afferent arteriole of the glomerulus release angiotensin II to increase glomerular filtration. b. The macula densa is formed by a specialized section of the epithelium lining the distal tubule as it contacts the glomerulus and its afferent and efferent arterioles. c. Transitional epithelium lining the tubules of the nephron allows the tubules to expand if large amounts of primary urine are formed. d. Collecting ducts are not permeable to water in the presence of antidiuretic hormone. e. The glomerular filtration barrier is formed by the cells of the parietal layer of Bowman's capsule and the basal lamina of the glomerular capillaries. 10 / 60 The capsule of the kidney consists of: a. loose cellular connective tissue with many lymphocytes. b. dense fibrous connective tissue. c. endothelium. d. adipose connective tissue. e. transitional epithelium. 11 / 60 The normal thickness of the glomerular basement membrane (the GBM) is between: a. 0.3 and 0.35 micrometers. b. 30 and 35 micrometers. c. 30 and 35 nanometers. d. 300 and 350 micrometers. e. 3 and 3.5 micrometers. 12 / 60 Which structures are present in “thick skin” (i.e., palmar and plantar skin)? a. arrector pili. b. apocrine sweat glands. c. hair follicles. d. sweat glands. e. sebaceous glands. 13 / 60 Identify the INCORRECT statement(2) a. The wall of the vagina consists of a mucosa, muscularis mucosae, submucosa, muscularis and adventitia. b. The formation of new oocytes stops before birth. c. The vagina is lined by stratified squamous epithelium. d. Sensory stimulation of the nipple initiates the milk ejection reflex via the secretion of oxytocin from the neurohypophysis. e. The mammary glands are modified glands of the skin. 14 / 60 Identify the INCORRECT statement a. Ejaculation results from smooth muscle contractions around the vas deferens and ductus epididymis. b. Spermatids divide to give rise to spermatocytes. c. The epithelium that lines the rete testis is a simple cuboidal epithelium. d. The seminiferous epithelium consists of spermatogenic cells and Sertoli cells. e. The ducts which form the rete testis connect the tubuli recti with the ductuli efferentes. 15 / 60 The projections of dermis upward, indenting the bottom of the epidermis, are called: a. dermal papillae b. epidermal appendages c. arrector pili muscle d. sweat gland ducts e. Meissner's corpuscles 16 / 60 Which cell type is responsible for the pigmentation of the skin? a. fibroblast b. keratinocyte c. myoepithelial cell d. melanocyte e. Langerhans cell 17 / 60 Identify the CORRECT statement a. The Sertoli cells are located outside the seminiferous tubule. b. The outer part of the seminiferous epithelium is formed by 3-4 layers of smooth muscle. c. By the first meiotic division B-spermatogonia give rise to primary spermatocytes. d. Testosterone produced by the male accessory reproductive glands (seminal vesicle and prostate) causes the development of the masculine extragenital sex characteristics. e. The testes are surrounded by a thick connective tissue capsule, the tunica albuginea. 18 / 60 Transitional epithelium lines all of the following EXCEPT the: a. ureter. b. renal pelvis. c. Bowman's capsule. d. bladder. e. proximal urethra. 19 / 60 The basement membrane lies between: a. papillary and reticular layers of dermis. b. stratum granulosum and stratum corneum. c. stratum basale and stratum spinosum. d. stratum spinosum and stratum granulosum. e. epidermis and dermis. 20 / 60 Identify the CORRECT statement a. After ovulation, thecal cells and granulosa cells form the corpus luteum. b. A distinct zona pelucida separates the oocyte and follicular cells of primordial follicles. c. Hormone production of the corpus luteum stops after the implantation of the embryo. d. The tubuli recti join the ductuli efferentes to the ductus epididymis. e. A fluid filled hollow, the antrum, is a characteristic feature of primary follicles. 21 / 60 Identify the CORRECT statement(1) a. The incomplete basal lamina of the discontinuous glomerular capillaries facilitates the formation of the glomerular filtrate. b. Podocytes form the parietal layer of Bowman’s capsule. c. The glomerular filtration barrier is formed by the cells of the parietal layer of Bowman's capsule and the basal lamina of the glomerular capillaries. d. Stratified squamous epithelium lines the distal part of the male and female urethra. e. The principal function of the thin tubule of the nephron is the resorption of nutritionally valuable substances from the primary urine. 22 / 60 Identify the INCORRECT statement a. Ovarian surface is lined by simple cuboidal epithelium b. A fluid filled hollow, the antrum, is a characteristic feature of primary ovarian follicles. c. Primordial ovarian follicles are characterized by a single layer of flattened follicular cells which surround the oocyte. d. The term "atresia" refers to the degeneration of follicles during development and adult life. e. After ovulation, thecal cells and granulosa cells form the corpus luteum. 23 / 60 The region of the kidney containing larger collecting ducts is called the: a. pelvis b. cortex c. papilla d. medulla e. calyx 24 / 60 Which layer of the epidermis is responsible for the barrier function of the epidermis? a. stratum spinosum b. stratum corneum c. stratum granulosum d. stratum basale e. thin skin 25 / 60 Identify the INCORRECT statement a. Sebaceous gland is a simple branched alveolar gland. b. Merocrine and apocrine sweat glands are simple tubular coiled glands. c. . Langerhans cells function in the immune system and can leave the epidermis after exposure to antigens. d. Merocrine sweat glands, sebaceous glands and hair together form a pilosebaceous unit. e. The renewal of the human epidermis through the mitotic activity of basal cells takes 3-4 weeks. 26 / 60 The region of the kidney containing proximal convoluted tubules is called the: a. pelvis b. cortex c. papillae d. medulla e. calyx 27 / 60 Filtration slits are located between adjacent: a. podocyte foot processes b. mesangial cells. c. capillary endothelial cells. d. layers of the glomerular basement membrane. e. capillary fenestrations. 28 / 60 Which layer is exceptionally thick in so-called “thick skin” (i.e., palmar and plantar skin)? a. papillary dermis b. stratum corneum of epidermis c. dermis d. stratum basale of epidermis. e. hypodermis 29 / 60 The outer lining of Bowman’s capsule (the parietal epithelilum) consists of a single layer of: a. squamous cells. b. podocytes c. cuboidal cells. d. mesangial cells. e. pericytes 30 / 60 Identify the INCORRECT statement a. The excretory ducts of sweat gland are lined by a stratified squamous epithelium. b. The overall orientation of collagen fibers in the dermis will follow the 'lines of greatest tension'. c. Langerhans cells function in the immune system and can leave the epidermis after exposure to antigens. d. The renewal of the human epidermis through the mitotic activity of basal cells takes 3-4 weeks. e. The epidermis of the thin skin has four stratum 31 / 60 Which of the following is CORRECT regarding the stratum spinosum? a. The stratum spinosum sits between the stratum corneum and the stratum granulosum. b. The cells of the stratum spinosum are flat without nuclei. c. Langerhans cells are found mostly in the stratum spinosum. d. The stratum spinosum is formed from daughter cells of the stratum corneum. e. Merkel cells are the outermost sentinels of the cellular immune system. 32 / 60 Identify the CORRECT statement a. The papillary layer of the dermis contains fine collagen and elastic fibers and the capillary network which supplies the epidermis. b. The secretory ducts of sweat gland are lined by a stratified squamous epithelium. c. Merocrine sweat glands, sebaceous glands and hair together form a pilosebaceous unit. d. The excretory ducts of sweat gland are lined by a stratified squamous epithelium. e. The synthesis of melanin by basal cells is under hormonal control. 33 / 60 Identify the INCORRECT statement a. The basalis of the endometrium regenerates the functionalis after menstruation. b. Progesterone and oestrogen are the main stimulants of milk secretion in the mammary gland. c. The mammary glands are modified glands of the skin. d. Primordial ovarian follicles are characterized by a single layer of flattened follicular cells which surround the oocyte. e. Prolactin and oxytocin are the main stimulants of milk secretion in the mammary gland. 34 / 60 Which structure is part the uvea? a. . Sclera b. . Ora serrata c. . Pigmented epithelium d. . Cornea e. . Ciliary body 35 / 60 What are the receptors for vision? a. . Rods b. . Cones c. . Bipolar cells d. . Ganglion cells e. . Rods, Cones 36 / 60 Which layer of the cornea is acellular? a. . Substantia propria b. . Bowman's membrane c. . Endothelium d. . Epithelium 37 / 60 What type of tissue forms the alveoli in the lung? a. . Stratified squamous epithelium b. . Pseudostratified epithelium c. . Simple cuboidal epithelium d. . Simple columnar epithelium e. . Simple squamous epithelium 38 / 60 Which structure is part of the conducting portion of the airway? a. . Bronchi b. . Alveolar ducts c. . Alveoli d. . Alveolar sacs e. . Respiratory bronchioles 39 / 60 Which structure is part the uvea? a. . Sclera b. . Cornea c. . Ora serrata d. . Pigmented epithelium e. . Iris 40 / 60 What is within the bony labyrinth? a. . Air b. . Perilymph c. . Lymph d. . Blood e. . Endolymph 41 / 60 What is the space posterior to the iris? a. . Vitreal cavity b. . Posterior chamber c. . Anterior chamber, Posterior chamber d. . Anterior chamber 42 / 60 How many layers of tissue compose the eyeball? a. . 3 b. . 2 c. . 1 d. . 4 e. . 5 43 / 60 What is the space anterior to the lens? a. . Anterior chamber, Posterior chamber b. . Posterior chamber c. . Anterior chamber d. . Vitreal cavity 44 / 60 Which cell is also called a septal cell? a. . Type I pneumocyte b. . Dust cell c. . Clara cell d. . Brush cell e. . Type II pneumocyte 45 / 60 What is the suspensory ligament of the lens? a. . Spiral ligament b. . Elastic fibers c. . Zonlular fibers d. . Oval ligament e. . Purkinje fibers 46 / 60 Which is structure is NOT part of the conducting portion of the airway? a. . Larynx b. . Trachea c. . Respiratory bronchioles d. . Bronchi 47 / 60 Which cell type is most numerous in olfactory mucosa? a. . Basal cells b. . Sustentacular cells c. . Brush cells d. . Olfactory cells 48 / 60 Which cell type is involved in general sensation of the olfactory mucosa? a. . Olfactory cells b. . Brush cells c. . Sustentacular cells d. . Basal cells 49 / 60 What is the space anterior to the iris? a. . Anterior chamber, Posterior chamber b. . Posterior chamber c. . Anterior chamber d. . Vitreal cavity e. . Anterior chamber, Posterior chamber, Vitreal cavity 50 / 60 Which structure is avascular? a. . Sclera b. . Cornea c. . Uvea d. . Choroid e. . Retina 51 / 60 Where are the sensory receptors for hearing? a. . Utricle b. . Saccule c. . Semicircular canals d. . Saccule, Utricle e. . Organ of Corti 52 / 60 Which cell type is the receptor cell within the organ of Corti? a. . Hair cells b. . Inner border cells c. . Cells of Hensen d. . Outer phalangeal cells e. . Inner pillar cells 53 / 60 Which of the following is the receptor for color? a. . Cones b. . Rods c. . Horizontal cells d. . Bipolar cells e. . Ganglion cells 54 / 60 Which of the following is a type of neuron? a. . Ganglion cells b. . Supporting cells c. . Rods d. . Pigmented epithelium e. . Cones 55 / 60 What is the smallest airspace of the respiratory tree? a. . Respiratory bronchiole b. . Alveolar sac c. . Alveoli d. . Alveolar duct e. . Terminal bronchiole 56 / 60 Which structure is transparent? a. . Iris b. . Ora serrata c. . Choroid d. . Cornea e. . Ciliary body 57 / 60 Which one of the following is not found in the retina? a. . Rods b. . Bipolar cells c. . Ganglion cells d. . Henle's layer e. . Amacrine cells 58 / 60 What structure adjusts the shape of the lens? a. . Orbicularis oculi b. . Levator muscle c. . Internal oblique muscle d. . Ciliary muscle e. . Tarsus 59 / 60 What is the region where the optic nerve leaves the eyeball? a. . Ciliary body b. . Fovea centralis c. . Lamina vitrea d. . Lamina cribrosa e. . Optic disc 60 / 60 Which layer of the cornea is acellular? a. . Substantia propria b. . Endothelium c. . Descemet's membrane d. . Epithelium Your score isThe average score is 86% Facebook 0% Restart quiz Any comments? Send feedback
