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USMLE Pathology practice questions

USMLE Step 1 Practice Questions


Directions: Attempt the USMLE Step 1 question(s) which are shown below, select one answer from the choices below and then check your answer by clicking on the get answer button.

Question:

A 6-year-old boy is evaluated for kidney disease. The only significant past medical history is a streptococcal throat infection 3 weeks ago. Light microscopic evaluation of a kidney biopsy is negative for any glomerular pathology. Blood tests demonstrate elevated levels of cholesterol but decreased levels of albumin. Urine tests are positive for protein. On physical examination, blood pressure is 110/70 mm Hg and there is pitting edema in the lower extremities, as well as a small amount of periorbital swelling. The body denies any diarrhea or pain on urination. The patient is treated and makes a full recovery. Which of the following lowing is the most likely diagnosis?

A. Acute nephritic syndrome

B. Acute pyelonephritis

C. Minimal change disease

D. Postinfectious glomerulonephritis

E. Rapidly progressive glomerular nephritis


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