NEET MDS Shorts
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PhysiologyThe primary site of vitamin B12 absorption in the intestine is the ileum, where it binds to intrinsic factor for absorption.
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PhysiologyThe pancreas has all of the following cell types: alpha cells (which produce glucagon), beta cells (which produce insulin), and delta cells (which produce somatostatin).
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PedodonticsThe periodontal pocket wall between tooth and bone is an infrabony pocket.
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RadiologyThe best image obtained if duplicating film is exposed to UV rays.
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Oral PathologyElevated alkaline phosphatase levels are often used as a marker for increased bone turnover, which is prominent in both Paget's disease and fibrous dysplasia.
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Public Health DentistryDisclosing agents are solutions or tablets that are used to reveal plaque and food debris on the teeth that are not easily seen with the naked eye. When children can visually see the areas they need to clean more thoroughly, they are more likely to understand the importance of good oral hygiene and improve their brushing and flossing techniques.
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PedodonticsA "V" shaped bone loss is seen in trauma from occlusion.
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General MedicineThe drug of choice in Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia is Catrimoxazole
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PedodonticsOcclusal correction is done after periodontal therapy primarily in cases of trauma from occlusion.
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Oral Medicine
Warfarin acts by inhibiting the vitamin K-dependent synthesis of factors II, VII, IX, and X, as well as proteins C and S. This anticoagulant effect decreases the formation of thrombin and fibrin and is used to prevent thrombus formation and embolization in conditions such as atrial fibrillation and heart failure.