NEET MDS Shorts
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Oral PathologyLichenoid reactions are mainly due to the intake of certain drugs.
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Oral PathologyThe maximum permissible dose of radiation to the operator of an X-ray machine is 5.0 rem per year.
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Community DentistryPatient records, including dental X-ray films, are typically the property of the dentist who created them. The dentist is responsible for maintaining, storing, and safeguarding these records according to legal and professional standards. However, patients do have the right to access and obtain copies of their records.
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General PathologyThe size of red blood cells is measured by Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV), which indicates the average volume of a red blood cell.
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General MedicineFibrinogen is the precursor of fibrin, which is essential for clot formation. It does not have a role in the transport of fatty acids. Its main functions include stabilization of the platelet plug and serving as a substrate for thrombin to generate fibrin.
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General PathologyHashimoto's thyroiditis is the most common cause of hypothyroidism in adults leading to myxedema.
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PeriodonticsSubgingival calculus
is often found in the lower anterior region due to the
anatomy and position of the teeth.
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ProsthodonticsThe initial step in surveying casts for an RPD is the establishment of guiding planes. These planes are essential for determining the path of insertion and removal of the denture, which in turn affects the overall stability and function of the prosthesis. Once the guiding planes are established, other steps such as identifying undercuts for retention and aesthetic considerations can be addressed.