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IAT (IISER) 2022
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
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Lymph is an important body fluid. Choose the INCORRECT statement about the lymph.
A
Fat digested in the intestine is absorbed through the lymph.
B
It is the interstitial fluid generated by the passage of liquid between the cells of the capillary.
C
It is colourless and has similar mineral composition as of plasma.
D
It remains as an interstitial fluid and is never put back into circulation.
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IAT (IISER) 2022
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
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Interneurons play an important role in the execution of spinal cord-mediated reflex action. Where are these interneurons located?
A
Dorsal root ganglion
B
White matter
C
Gray matter
D
Muscle spindle
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IAT (IISER) 2022
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
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Osmoreceptors are sensitive to changes in ionic concentrations and volumes of body fluids. Which among the following best describes the function of these osmoreceptors?
A
They stimulate renin production to induce vasoconstriction and increase blood pressure
B
They stimulate pituitary gland to facilitate the secretion of mineralocorticoids to adjust the changes in mineral composition of the body fluid.
C
They stimulate atrial wall to release atrial natriuretic factor to induce vasodilation and reduce blood pressure.
D
They stimulate hypothalamus to facilitate the release of the anti-diuretic hormone and increase water reabsorption.
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IAT (IISER) 2022
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
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A single point mutation in gene ' $X$ ' results in breathing difficulty, hypertension as well as partial sterility. Which among the following best explains the observed phenotypes?
A
Incomplete dominance
B
Pleiotropy
C
Linkage
D
Partial dominance
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