GI
The gut wall has four major layers, from the lumen outward. MCQ tip: Auerbach = motility; Meissner = mucosal secretion and local regulation.
Library
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Thyroid
Graves disease: IgG thyroid-stimulating immunoglobulins (TSI) activate the TSH receptor. Hashimoto thyroiditis is associated with anti-TPO antibodies.
Hormones
MCQ tip: If asked for the insulin-dependent glucose transporter, choose GLUT4. Fruity breath is due to acetone. DKA/HHS require emergency hospital treatment, not dental-office management.
Renal
Memory cue — GFR: Glomerulosa = Salt (aldosterone); Fasciculata = Sugar (cortisol); Reticularis = Sex (androgens). All cortical steroids derive from cholesterol.
Physiology
Physiology is the a major topic being asked in Paper A. And i believe it is the only subject that needs a lot of concept. Having a strong grasp on this helps a lot in exam.
Cardiac
The cardiac cycle describes the sequence of filling, contraction, ejection and relaxation during one heartbeat.
