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Homeostasis
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Most of the time, cells are in homeostasis, or a "steady state" in which they are able to withstand normal physiologic demands.
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Adaptation, What are the four forms?
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When normal physiologic demands are exceeded, the cells may undergo adaptation, in the form of hyperplasia, hypertrophy, atrophy or metaplasia.
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Reversible Cell Injury
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When normal physiologic demands are exceeded, the cells may undergo reversible cell injury, if the stress or damage is mild or transitory
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Cell Death
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When normal physiologic demands are exceeded, the cells may undergo cell death if the damage is sustained or severe.
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What level (micro- or macro-) are cell adaptations visible on?
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Both.
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What three stimuli induce adaptation?
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Adaptation occurs in response to increased demand, decrased demand, or chronic irritation.
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