Gastrointestinal Pathology Quizzes - Test Your Knowledge

Question 1

Which of the following is a key feature of peptic ulcer disease?

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Presence of Helicobacter pylori infection

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Increased production of gastric acid

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Absence of inflammation in the gastric mucosa

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Absence of pain

Question 2

Which symptom is MOST commonly associated with peptic ulcer disease?

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Abdominal pain

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Nausea

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Diarrhea

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Jaundice

Question 3

Inflammatory bowel disease is primarily caused by:

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Autoimmune disorders

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Infections

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Dietary factors

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Smoking

Question 4

The histological hallmark of liver cirrhosis is:

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Bridging fibrosis

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Hepatocyte necrosis

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Granuloma formation

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Lymphoid infiltrate

Question 5

Which diagnostic procedure is typically used to visualize and biopsy the upper gastrointestinal tract?

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Upper gastrointestinal endoscopy

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Barium swallow

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Colonoscopy

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Liver biopsy

Question 6

Which of the following is a key pathological feature of peptic ulcer disease?

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Erosion of the mucosal lining

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Inflammation of the gastric mucosa

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Hyperplasia of the muscularis propria

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Presence of granulomas

Question 7

In inflammatory bowel disease, which layer of the bowel wall is predominantly affected?

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Mucosa

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Submucosa

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Muscularis

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Serosa

Question 8

Which of the following is a potential complication of a perforated peptic ulcer?

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Peritonitis

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Fistula formation

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Hemorrhage

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Malignancy

Question 9

Which histological feature is commonly observed in Crohn's disease?

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Granulomas

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Crypt abscesses

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Paneth cell metaplasia

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Villous atrophy

Question 10

Which clinical manifestation is typically associated with peptic ulcer disease?

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Dyspepsia

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Jaundice

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Ascites

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Diarrhea

Question 11

Which type of gastritis is most commonly associated with Helicobacter pylori infection?

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Chronic gastritis

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Acute gastritis

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Erosive gastritis

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Atrophic gastritis

Question 12

Identify the primary cause of peptic ulcer disease:

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Helicobacter pylori infection

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Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)

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Excessive alcohol intake

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Smoking

Question 13

Indicate the primary function of the villi in the small intestine:

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Absorption of nutrients

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Secretion of digestive enzymes

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Protection against pathogens

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Performing immune surveillance

Question 14

The most common anatomical site for the development of peptic ulcer disease is the:

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Duodenum

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Esophagus

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Stomach

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Small intestine

Question 15

Which factor has been consistently identified as a significant risk factor for the development of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)?

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Family history

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Smoking

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Stress

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Age over 60

Question 16

The hallmark histological feature that is considered pathognomonic for Crohn's disease is:

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Granulomas

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Crypt abscesses

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Mucosal ulceration

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Transmural inflammation

Question 17

The presence of Mallory-Denk bodies within hepatocytes is a histological indicator of:

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Alcoholic liver disease

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Viral hepatitis

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Autoimmune hepatitis

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Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease

Question 18

The definitive diagnostic method for confirming gastrointestinal malignancies is:

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Biopsy

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Endoscopy

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Ultrasound

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CT scan

Question 19

Which histological feature is characteristic of gastric adenocarcinoma?

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Signet ring cells

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Columnar epithelium

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Squamous metaplasia

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Intestinal metaplasia

Question 20

Which complication is uniquely associated with ulcerative colitis?

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Toxic megacolon

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Perforation

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Stenosis

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Intestinal obstruction

Question 21

Acute pancreatitis occurs when pancreatic enzymes become active too soon within the pancreas, leading to inflammation and tissue damage. What are the potential causes that can contribute to the development of acute pancreatitis?

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Premature activation of pancreatic enzymes within the pancreas

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Excessive alcohol consumption and viral infections only

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A chronic condition with recurring episodes of pancreatic inflammation

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Unknown and entirely random occurrence

Question 22

Describe the major complications associated with liver cirrhosis and explain their potential implications for patient management and prognosis.

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Ascites, hepatic encephalopathy, and variceal bleeding

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Pancreatitis, cholecystitis, and peptic ulcer disease

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Liver cirrhosis is not associated with any complications

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Cirrhosis only affects the liver and has no systemic effects

Question 23

Among the types of inflammatory bowel disease, which one is characterized by transmural inflammation involving all layers of the bowel wall?

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Crohn's disease

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Ulcerative colitis

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Microscopic colitis

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Diverticulitis

Question 24

In the histological examination of a peptic ulcer, what is the typical finding?

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Erosion of the mucosal layer with loss of epithelial cells

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Abundant neutrophil infiltration and abscess formation

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Proliferation of granulation tissue and fibrosis

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Transformation of the epithelium into a different cell type

Question 25

Which condition is the most common cause of gastrointestinal bleeding?

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Peptic ulcer disease

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Inflammatory bowel disease

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Diverticular disease

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Esophageal varices

Question 26

When diagnosing inflammatory bowel disease, which procedure is considered the gold standard?

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Colonoscopy with biopsy

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Upper gastrointestinal endoscopy

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Computed tomography scan

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Magnetic resonance imaging

Question 27

Which type of liver cell is responsible for the production of albumin?

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Hepatocyte

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Kupffer cell

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Stellate cell

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Cholangiocyte

Question 28

Identify the factor that is NOT a recognized risk factor for the development of liver cirrhosis:

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Regular exercise

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Chronic hepatitis B infection

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Smoking

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Obesity

Question 29

Which of the following findings is characteristic of peptic ulcer disease?

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Erosion of the gastric mucosa

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Thickening of the intestinal wall

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Obstruction of the bile duct

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Inflammation of the liver

Question 30

Which imaging technique provides detailed cross-sectional images of the gastrointestinal tract and is particularly useful for diagnosing conditions like inflammatory bowel disease?

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Computed tomography (CT)

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X-ray

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Ultrasound

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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

Question 31

In a significant majority of cases, what is the underlying cause of acute pancreatitis?

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Gallstones

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Alcohol consumption

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Trauma

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Infection

Question 32

When diagnosing gastrointestinal conditions, which type of biopsy procedure is most commonly employed?

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Endoscopic biopsy

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Needle biopsy

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Laparoscopic biopsy

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Bone marrow biopsy

Question 33

Compare the microscopic features of gastric carcinoma and peptic ulcer disease, highlighting the key differences between these conditions.

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Gastric carcinoma exhibits glandular structures, while peptic ulcer disease shows a loss of glands.

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Gastric carcinoma demonstrates a higher mitotic rate than peptic ulcer disease.

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Presence of Helicobacter pylori is a microscopic feature specific to gastric carcinoma.

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The microscopic features of gastric carcinoma and peptic ulcer disease are identical.

Question 34

How does Helicobacter pylori infection contribute to the development of gastric cancer?

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H. pylori infection causes inflammation and damage, increasing the risk of gastric cancer.

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H. pylori infection protects against gastric cancer.

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H. pylori infection has no effect on gastric cancer development.

Question 35

Which symptom is most commonly experienced at the onset of peptic ulcer disease?

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Abdominal pain

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Regurgitation

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Vomiting blood

Question 36

Which type of polyp in the colon can become cancerous?

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Adenomatous polyp

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Hyperplastic polyp

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Inflammatory polyp

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Juvenile polyp

Question 37

Which of the following options provides the most precise description of a key feature in the development of peptic ulcer disease?

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Erosion extending through the mucosal layer

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Increased production of mucus within the stomach lining

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Uncontrolled formation and growth of clumps of cells in the stomach lining

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Abnormal increase in cell division within the stomach lining

Question 38

Identify the form of inflammatory bowel disease that primarily affects the large intestine, also known as the colon:

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Ulcerative colitis

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Crohn's disease, which can affect any part of the digestive tract

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Irritable bowel syndrome, a common functional disorder

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Celiac disease, an autoimmune disorder triggered by gluten

Question 39

Which of the following is a recognized potential complication of cirrhosis, a severe liver condition characterized by scarring?

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Ascites, an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity

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Gastritis, an inflammation of the stomach lining

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Cholecystitis, an inflammation of the gallbladder

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Appendicitis, an inflammation of the appendix

Question 40

Identify the primary underlying cause of esophageal varices, enlarged blood vessels in the esophagus:

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Portal hypertension, increased pressure in the portal vein

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Arterial hypertension, elevated blood pressure in arteries

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Aortic dissection, a tear in the aorta, the main artery

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Venous insufficiency, impaired function of veins

Question 41

Which of the following factors is considered a risk factor for developing colorectal cancer?

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Age above 50 years

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Engaging in regular physical exercise

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Maintaining a low body weight

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Adhering to a vegetarian diet

Question 42

Identify a potential cause of acute pancreatitis, a sudden inflammation of the pancreas:

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Alcohol consumption over an extended period

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Hyperthyroidism, an overactive thyroid gland

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Rheumatoid arthritis, an autoimmune disorder affecting joints

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Diabetes, a chronic metabolic disorder

Question 43

Chronic gastritis is characterized by a specific histopathological feature. Which of the following is that hallmark feature?

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Lymphocytic infiltration, the presence of lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell, within the stomach lining

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Neutrophilic infiltration, the presence of neutrophils, a type of white blood cell

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Plasma cell infiltration, the presence of plasma cells, a type of white blood cell that produces antibodies

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Eosinophilic infiltration, the presence of eosinophils, another type of white blood cell