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A 14-year-old gymnast presents with anterior knee pain, worsened by jumping. What is the most likely diagnosis? 

How does genotyping tumor cells benefit cancer treatment? 

What is the function of Tfh (T follicular helper) cells? 

A patient is diagnosed with influenza, a viral infection. Which part of the virus’s life cycle is targeted by antiviral medications like oseltamivir (Tamiflu)?

A 50-year-old male with a history of cardiovascular disease is prescribed a medication that increases prostacyclin levels.  What is the expected effect of this medication on platelet function? 

An older adult patient has elevated cytokine levels contributing to functional decline. What is this phenomenon called? 

A patient with cancer is undergoing immunotherapy to enhance the activity of their T cells. How are these T cells typically activated? 

A 60-year-old male is diagnosed with lung cancer. Genetic testing reveals a mutation in the EGFR gene, a proto-oncogene, leading to its activation as an oncogene.  What is the primary effect of this mutation on the cell? 

A patient with a viral infection shows a strong Th1 response. What is the primary role of Th1 cells in this context? 

What is the primary role of chemotactic factors in acute inflammation?