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Pharmacy Pharmacology D. Pharma General Pharmacology

Q. 46 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4952)

Which is an example of a fixed-dose combination drug?

  • Paracetamol
  • Amoxicillin
  • Lopinavir/Ritonavir
  • Metformin

Ans → (c)Lopinavir/Ritonavir

Explanation → Lopinavir/Ritonavir is a combination used in antiretroviral therapy.

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Q. 1 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4907)

Which of the following is the prodrug of dopamine?

  • Levodopa
  • Epinephrine
  • Norepinephrine
  • Serotonin

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Q. 2 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4908)

Which phase of clinical trials determines the efficacy of a drug?

  • Phase I
  • Phase II
  • Phase III
  • Phase IV

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Q. 3 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4909)

Which of the following drugs is an H2 receptor antagonist?

  • Omeprazole
  • Ranitidine
  • Loratadine
  • Fexofenadine

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Q. 4 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4910)

What is the normal pH range of blood?

  • 6.8 - 7.2
  • 7.35 - 7.45
  • 7.5 - 8.0
  • 6.0 - 6.5

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Q. 5 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4911)

Which schedule of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act regulates narcotic drugs in India?

  • Schedule H
  • Schedule X
  • Schedule G
  • Schedule C

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Q. 6 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4912)

Which dosage form is designed for controlled drug release?

  • Tablet
  • Capsule
  • Sustained-release tablet
  • Powder

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Q. 7 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4913)

What is the primary function of bile salts in digestion?

  • Emulsification of fats
  • Protein breakdown
  • Carbohydrate digestion
  • Acid neutralization

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Q. 8 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4914)

Which vitamin deficiency causes rickets?

  • Vitamin A
  • Vitamin C
  • Vitamin D
  • Vitamin K

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Q. 9 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4915)

Which instrument is used for sterilization by dry heat?

  • Autoclave
  • Hot air oven
  • Laminar airflow
  • UV chamber

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Q. 10 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4916)

Which drug is commonly used in the treatment of tuberculosis?

  • Rifampicin
  • Amoxicillin
  • Cephalexin
  • Metronidazole

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Q. 11 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4917)

Which polymer is used for enteric coating of tablets?

  • Hydroxypropyl cellulose
  • Eudragit
  • Starch
  • Gelatin

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Q. 12 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4918)

Which of the following is a β-lactam antibiotic?

  • Ciprofloxacin
  • Penicillin
  • Vancomycin
  • Erythromycin

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Q. 13 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4919)

What is the main site of drug metabolism?

  • Kidney
  • Liver
  • Lungs
  • Heart

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Q. 14 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4920)

Which neurotransmitter is mainly affected in Alzheimer’s disease?

  • Dopamine
  • Serotonin
  • Acetylcholine
  • GABA

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Q. 15 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4921)

Which anticoagulant is used in blood storage bags?

  • Heparin
  • Warfarin
  • EDTA
  • Citrate

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Q. 16 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4922)

Which of the following is a third-generation cephalosporin?

  • Cephalexin
  • Ceftriaxone
  • Cefuroxime
  • Cefazolin

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Q. 17 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4923)

Which hormone is responsible for milk ejection?

  • Prolactin
  • Oxytocin
  • Estrogen
  • Progesterone

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Q. 18 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4924)

What is the normal shelf life of most pharmaceutical tablets?

  • 1-2 years
  • 3-5 years
  • 5-7 years
  • 10 years

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Q. 19 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4925)

Which drug is used as an antidote for heparin overdose?

  • Vitamin K
  • Protamine sulfate
  • EDTA
  • Warfarin

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Q. 20 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4926)

Which analytical technique is used for drug purity testing?

  • NMR
  • UV Spectroscopy
  • IR Spectroscopy
  • HPLC

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Q. 21 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4927)

Which is an example of an aminoglycoside antibiotic?

  • Tetracycline
  • Amikacin
  • Erythromycin
  • Clindamycin

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Q. 22 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4928)

Which dosage form bypasses first-pass metabolism?

  • Oral tablet
  • Sublingual tablet
  • Capsule
  • Suppository

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Q. 23 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4929)

Which of these is a synthetic corticosteroid?

  • Prednisolone
  • Adrenaline
  • Insulin
  • Thyroxine

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Q. 24 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4930)

Which organ is most affected by nephrotoxic drugs?

  • Liver
  • Heart
  • Kidneys
  • Lungs

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Q. 25 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4931)

Which of the following is a macrolide antibiotic?

  • Erythromycin
  • Ciprofloxacin
  • Amoxicillin
  • Doxycycline

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Q. 26 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4932)

Which one is a commonly used antiepileptic drug?

  • Diazepam
  • Phenytoin
  • Paracetamol
  • Ibuprofen

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Q. 27 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4933)

Which of the following is used as a preservative in pharmaceutical preparations?

  • Citric acid
  • Chlorocresol
  • Sucrose
  • Starch

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Q. 28 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4934)

Which gas is used for sterilizing heat-sensitive equipment?

  • Nitrogen
  • Carbon dioxide
  • Ethylene oxide
  • Oxygen

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Q. 29 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4935)

What is the use of mannitol in pharmacy?

  • Diuretic
  • Antibiotic
  • Analgesic
  • Antifungal

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Q. 30 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4936)

Which of the following is a sedative-hypnotic agent?

  • Paracetamol
  • Diazepam
  • Aspirin
  • Metformin

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Q. 31 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4937)

Which is a commonly used emulsifying agent?

  • Sucrose
  • Acacia
  • Magnesium sulfate
  • Sodium chloride

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Q. 32 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4938)

Which vitamin is synthesized in the skin by sunlight?

  • Vitamin A
  • Vitamin B12
  • Vitamin D
  • Vitamin K

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Q. 33 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4939)

Which drug class does Losartan belong to?

  • Beta-blockers
  • Calcium channel blockers
  • ACE inhibitors
  • ARBs

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Q. 34 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4940)

Which laboratory test evaluates kidney function?

  • LFT
  • ECG
  • Serum creatinine
  • CBC

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Q. 35 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4941)

Which schedule deals with prescription drugs in India?

  • Schedule H
  • Schedule K
  • Schedule P
  • Schedule J

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Q. 36 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4942)

Which organelle is called the 'powerhouse of the cell'?

  • Nucleus
  • Golgi apparatus
  • Mitochondria
  • Ribosome

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Q. 37 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4943)

Which drug is used to treat hyperthyroidism?

  • Levothyroxine
  • Methimazole
  • Insulin
  • Prednisone

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Q. 38 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4944)

Which electrolyte is critical for nerve impulse transmission?

  • Calcium
  • Magnesium
  • Potassium
  • Iron

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Q. 39 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4945)

Which of the following is a loop diuretic?

  • Spironolactone
  • Furosemide
  • Hydrochlorothiazide
  • Amiloride

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Q. 40 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4946)

Which part of the prescription contains instructions to the pharmacist?

  • Superscription
  • Inscription
  • Subscription
  • Signature

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Q. 41 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4947)

What is the role of glidants in tablet formulation?

  • Binders
  • Disintegrants
  • Flow enhancers
  • Lubricants

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Q. 42 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4948)

Which test is used to detect the presence of reducing sugars?

  • Molisch test
  • Benedict's test
  • Biuret test
  • Tollen's test

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Q. 43 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4949)

Which Indian body regulates drug approvals?

  • CDSCO
  • FDA
  • WHO
  • IMA

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Q. 44 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4950)

Which enzyme breaks down proteins in the stomach?

  • Amylase
  • Pepsin
  • Lipase
  • Trypsin

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Q. 45 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4951)

Which part of the plant is used in case of digitalis?

  • Root
  • Leaf
  • Bark
  • Flower

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Q. 46 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4952)

Which is an example of a fixed-dose combination drug?

  • Paracetamol
  • Amoxicillin
  • Lopinavir/Ritonavir
  • Metformin

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Q. 47 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4953)

Which type of immunity is passed from mother to child?

  • Active immunity
  • Artificial immunity
  • Passive natural immunity
  • Adaptive immunity

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Q. 48 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4954)

Which analytical method separates mixtures based on polarity?

  • UV Spectroscopy
  • Chromatography
  • Titration
  • Electrophoresis

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Q. 49 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4955)

Which drug is used for emergency contraception?

  • Levonorgestrel
  • Ethinylestradiol
  • Misoprostol
  • Mifepristone

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Q. 50 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4956)

Which vitamin is essential for blood clotting?

  • Vitamin A
  • Vitamin D
  • Vitamin E
  • Vitamin K

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Aminophyllin is used in:

  • Edema
  • Asthma
  • Ulcer
  • Depression

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Q. 22 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1056)

The structural and functional unit of brain is?

  • Nephrone
  • Neuron
  • Myosites
  • Synapse

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Q. 13 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1842)

The intrinsic factor for the absorption of iron is-

  • Vitamin B12
  • Vitamin B6
  • Vitamin D
  • Vitamin A

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hora somni meaning

  • at bedtime
  • at sunrise
  • after meal
  • at meal

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Q. 9 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1102)

The piperidine ring skeleton is present in 

  • Pantazocine
  • Levorphan
  • Pethidine
  • Nalorphine

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Q. 5 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1385)

Cinchona belongs to family-

  • Rutaceae
  • Apocynaceae
  • Rubiaceae
  • Lauraceae

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Q. 4 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 428)

What is name of South Ganga and what it its length?

  • Godavari , 1465 km
  • Ganga ,2525 km
  • Krishna, 1300 km
  • Kaveri, 765 km

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Q. 29 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 4935)

What is the use of mannitol in pharmacy?

  • Diuretic
  • Antibiotic
  • Analgesic
  • Antifungal

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Q. 16 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 2228)

Which of the following is used as Rust inhibitor?

  • sodium nitrite
  • calcium carbide
  • Liquid nitrogen
  • sodium thiosulphate

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Q. 7 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 4913)

What is the primary function of bile salts in digestion?

  • Emulsification of fats
  • Protein breakdown
  • Carbohydrate digestion
  • Acid neutralization

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Q. 16 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 467)

Knoop's beta oxidation is related to:

  • oxidation of fatty acids
  • oxidation of acetyl Coenzyme
  • oxidation of keto-bodies
  • oxidation of uric acid

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Q. 18 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1141)

In testosterone propionate injection, vehicle is -

  • Apyrogenic water
  • Seasome oil
  • Polyethylene glycol
  • None of the above

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Q. 4 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1625)

Hypoxia is occurs in following condition except

  • Anaemia
  • Thyroid disease
  • Carbon monoxide poisoning
  • Lung disease

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Q. 16 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 4922)

Which of the following is a third-generation cephalosporin?

  • Cephalexin
  • Ceftriaxone
  • Cefuroxime
  • Cefazolin

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Q. 18 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1171)

Talc is used in the preparation of aromatic water as a 

  • Vehicle
  • Distributive agent
  • Medicament
  • None of the above

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Q. 24 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 641)

The committee that advises the D.T.A.B and various governments is :

  • D.C.C.
  • D.E.C.
  • D.C.I.
  • None of the above

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Q. 6 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1189)

Economic order quantity (EOQ) aims at minimizing -

  • Carrying cost
  • Ordering cost
  • Both of carrying cost and ordering cost
  • Suppliers price

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Q. 2 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 89)

Which among the given is not suitable for controlled release dosase form

  • Diclofenace
  • Nicotine
  • Carbamazepine
  • Fentanyl

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Q. 17 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 519)

Which colour is permitted in soaps?

  • Phthalocyanine blue
  • Citrus red number 2
  • Rhodamine
  • All of these

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Q. 20 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 4926)

Which analytical technique is used for drug purity testing?

  • NMR
  • UV Spectroscopy
  • IR Spectroscopy
  • HPLC

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Q. 15 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1844)

Which of the following is the carbohydrate of animal origin?

  • Glucose
  • Sucrose
  • starch
  • Glycogen

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Q. 19 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 662)

Desferrioxamine is a :

  • Chelating agent
  • Antimetabolite
  • Enzyme inhibitor
  • None of the above

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Q. 24 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1177)

The process of grinding a substance to very fine powder is termed -

  • Trituration
  • Sublimation
  • Percolation
  • Levigation

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Q. 11 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 654)

Glucocorticoid are used in the treatment of :

  • Inflammation
  • Inflammation and allergy
  • Skin infections
  • Allergy

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Q. 10 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1224)

The defective purine metabolism may lead to-

  • Spondolytes
  • Anaemia
  • Gout
  • Arthritis

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Q. 10 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1557)

Which of the following method is used to manufacture suppositories

  • Compression molding
  • Dissolution
  • Sterilisation
  • Disinfection

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Q. 10 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 2212)

Antacids forms metal complexes with-

  • Chloramphenicol
  • Paracetamol
  • Tetracycline
  • Cephalosporin's

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Q. 11 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1045)

Name the receptor which detects pressure sensation?

  • Chemoreceptor
  • Thermoreceptor
  • Baroreceptor
  • Mechanoreceptor

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Q. 11 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 561)

The air becomes heated by-

  • Conduction
  • Convection
  • Radiation
  • Expansion

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Q. 26 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 669)

Which one of the following drug shows antiplatelet activity?

  • Verapamil
  • Nifedipine
  • Warferin
  • Dipyridamole

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Q. 6 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1543)

Latin term "mitte" means the following

  • inject
  • give
  • send
  • take

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Q. 6 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1523)

The lungs are covered by a membrane called the _____

  • parietal pleura
  • visceral pleura
  • parietal pericardium
  • peritoneum

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Q. 93 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 270)

Which one of these oil is used as laxatives?

  • Olive oil
  • Castor oil
  • Arachis oil
  • Linseed oil

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Q. 11 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 2223)

Bismuth subcarbonate is an example of-

  • Chelating agent
  • Preservative
  • Protective and adsorbents
  • Cathartics

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Q. 13 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 4919)

What is the main site of drug metabolism?

  • Kidney
  • Liver
  • Lungs
  • Heart

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Q. 2 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1529)

Which of the following terms means the same as ventral in humans?

  • posterior
  • anterior
  • dorsal
  • medial

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Q. 45 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 4951)

Which part of the plant is used in case of digitalis?

  • Root
  • Leaf
  • Bark
  • Flower

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Q. 4 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 181)

The action of acetyle choline on Exocrine gland is

  • Stimulatory
  • Inhibitory
  • Stimulatory or inhibitory depends on nature of exocrine glands
  • None of these

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Q. 32 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 4938)

Which vitamin is synthesized in the skin by sunlight?

  • Vitamin A
  • Vitamin B12
  • Vitamin D
  • Vitamin K

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Q. 29 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1289)

Ostamy is the term realted to-

  • Two solutions having same osmotic pressure
  • a surgical procedure in which an artificial opening is created to allow passage of faeces or urine.
  • isotonic solution
  • scale of measure osmotic pressure

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Q. 23 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 1283)

Repeated administration of barbiturates cause-

  • Vitamin A deficiency
  • Vitamin D deficiency
  • Vitamin K deficiency
  • none of these

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Q. 36 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 123)

Plasma protiens act as

  • Reserve protiens
  • Immunoglobulins
  • Buffers
  • All of these

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Q. 16 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 103)

Which of the following metabolite of cyclophosphamide is responsible for its anti-tumor actitivity?

  • Phosphoramide mustard
  • Acrolein
  • Aldophosphamide
  • 4-hydroxy cyclophosphamide

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Q. 14 of Quiz- (Que-ID : 2226)

The stabilizing agent is used with adrenaline injection is-

  • Sodium thiosulphate
  • Sodium metabisulphite
  • sodium bisulphate
  • sodium sulphate

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