Full 2L QBank
Pathology General 01faedcb

Major contribution to cachexia with advanced cancer?

A
Clathrin
B
Histamine
C
Interferon
D
Tumor-necrosis-factor (TNT)
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. is 'd' i.e., Turnor-necrosis factor (TNT) Patients with cancer commonly suffer progressive loss of body fat which is accompnied by profound weakness anorexia, and anemia. This wasting syndrome is referred to as cachexia. o TNF produced by macrophages or some tumor cells is the most impoant mediator of cachexia.

Related Pathology MCQs

Practice 2,00,000+ NEET PG Questions Free

Timed mock tests, mistake queue analytics, audio lectures & zero attempt limits on i❤️Exams.

Start Free Mock Test Now