[LJ 656] AUGUST 2016 Sub.

Code: 4206

SECOND YEAR B.D.S. DEGREE EXAM

(Common to Second Year Paper II - Modified Regulation III Candidates)

PAPER I – GENERAL PATHOLOGY AND MICROBIOLOGY

Q.P Code: 544206
Time: 180 Minutes Maximum: 70 Marks

Draw Suitable diagrams wherever necessary

Answer section A and B in Separate Answer Books

SECTION – A
(GENERAL PATHOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)

1. Define Inflammation. Discuss the chemical mediators of Inflammation.

II. Write Notes on: (5 x 5 = 25)

1. Systemic and oral manifestations of AIDS.

2. Apoptosis.
3. Caisson’s Disease.
4. Grading and staging of tumour.
5. Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP).

SECTION – B
(MICROBIOLOGY)

I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)

1. Define sterilisation. Write in detail about the physical methods of

sterilisation.

II. Write Notes on: (5 x 5 = 25)

1. Taeniasis.
2. Gene transfer methods.
3. Laboratory diagnosis of Treponema pallidum.
4. Prophylaxis of Rabies.
5. Dimorphic fungi.

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[LK 656] FEBRUARY 2017 Sub. Code: 4206

SECOND YEAR B.D.S. DEGREE EXAM

(Common to Second Year Paper II - Modified Regulation III Candidates)

PAPER I – GENERAL PATHOLOGY AND MICROBIOLOGY

Q.P Code: 544206
Time: 180 Minutes Maximum: 70 Marks

Draw Suitable diagrams wherever necessary

Answer section A and B in Separate Answer Books

SECTION – A
(GENERAL PATHOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)

1. Define Neoplasia. Discuss the routes of spread of malignant tumours.

II. Write Notes on: (5 x 5 = 25)

1. Dry Gangrene.
2. Type I Hypersensitivity.
3. Blood and Bone marrow picture of Chronic Myeloid Leukaemia.
4. Congenital Syphilis.
5. Types of Infarcts.

SECTION – B
(MICROBIOLOGY)

I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)

1. Write the morphology, culture, antigenic structure, pathogenesis and

laboratory diagnosis of Salmonella typhi.

II. Write Notes on: (5 x 5 = 25)

1. Autoclave.
2. Acquired immunity.
3. Gas gangrene.
4. Lab diagnosis of Hepatitis B infection.
5. Candidiasis.
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[LL 656] AUGUST 2017 Sub. Code: 4206

SECOND YEAR B.D.S. DEGREE EXAM

(Common to Second Year Paper II - Modified Regulation III Candidates)

PAPER I – GENERAL PATHOLOGY AND MICROBIOLOGY

Q.P Code: 544206
Time: 180 Minutes Maximum: 70 Marks

Draw Suitable diagrams wherever necessary

Answer section A and B in Separate Answer Books

SECTION – A
(GENERAL PATHOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)

1. Define shock. What are the types of shock? Discuss the pathogenesis
of septic shock.

II. Write Notes on: (5 x 5 = 25)

1. Squamous cell Carcinoma.

2. Primary complex.
3. Define and classify different types of Leukemia.
4. Cytokinins.
5. Dystrophic calcification.

SECTION – B
(MICROBIOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)

1. Describe the pathogenesis and laboratory diagnosis of syphilis.

II. Write Notes on: (5 x 5 = 25)

1. Transport media.
2. Type I hypersensitivity reaction.
3. Cultivation of viruses.
4. Moniliasis.
5. Roundworm infestation.
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[LM 656] FEBRUARY 2018 Sub. Code: 4206

SECOND YEAR B.D.S. DEGREE EXAM

(Common to Second Year Paper II - Modified Regulation III Candidates)

PAPER I – GENERAL PATHOLOGY AND MICROBIOLOGY

Q.P Code: 544206
Time: 180 Minutes Maximum: 70 Marks

Draw Suitable diagrams wherever necessary

Answer section A and B in Separate Answer Books

SECTION – A
(GENERAL PATHOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)

1. Define Inflammation. Discuss the cellular events of acute inflammation.

II. Write Notes on: (5 x 5 = 25)

1. Fatty change of Liver.

2. Fate of Thrombus.
3. Congenital Syphilis.
4. DIC.
5. Blood and Bone marrow picture of AML.

SECTION – B
(MICROBIOLOGY)

I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)

1. Define Sterlisation. Classify and write in detail about Dry Heat Sterlisation.

II. Write Notes on: (5 x 5 = 25)

1. Transport Media.
2. Antigens, toxins enzymes of staphylococcus aureus.
3. Widal Test.
4. Microfilaria.
5. Oral microbial Flora.

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[LN 656] AUGUST 2018 Sub. Code: 4206

SECOND YEAR B.D.S. DEGREE EXAM

(Common to Second Year Paper II - Modified Regulation III Candidates)

PAPER I – GENERAL PATHOLOGY AND MICROBIOLOGY

Q.P Code: 544206
Time: 180 Minutes Maximum: 70 Marks

Draw Suitable diagrams wherever necessary

Answer section A and B in Separate Answer Books
SECTION – A
(GENERAL PATHOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)
1. Define Shock. Write the classification of shock. Discuss the etiopathogenesis
and complication of septic shock.

II. Write Notes on: (3 x 5 = 15)

1. Differences between Benign and Malignant tumor.
2. Role of complements in Inflammation.
3. Types and etiological aspects of Gangrene.

III. Short answers: (5 x 2 = 10)

1. Give two examples for Physiological and Pathological giant cells.
2. Scurvy.
3. Barr body.
4. Virchows Triad.
5. Pernicious Anemia.

SECTION – B
(MICROBIOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)
1. Describe the bacterial cell in brief with neat diagram.

II. Write Notes on: (3 x 5 = 15)

1. Bio medical waste management guidelines.
2. Opportunistic fungal infections.
3. Prophylaxis of Clostridium Tetani.

III. Short answers: (5 x 2 = 10)

1. Immunoglobulins.
2. What is a Dane particle and who are Hepatitis B Carriers?
3. What is excystation and encystation in life cycle of Entamoeba histolytica?
4. Write uses of Dark field and phase contrast microscopes.
5. Enriched Media.
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[LO 656] FEBRUARY 2019 Sub. Code: 4206

SECOND YEAR B.D.S. DEGREE EXAM

(Common to Second Year Paper II - Modified Regulation III Candidates)

PAPER I – GENERAL PATHOLOGY AND MICROBIOLOGY

Q.P Code: 544206
Time: 180 Minutes Maximum: 70 Marks

Draw Suitable diagrams wherever necessary

Answer section A and B in Separate Answer Books
SECTION – A
(GENERAL PATHOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)
1. Define Neoplasia. Discuss Chemical Carcinogenesis.

II. Write Notes on: (3 x 5 = 15)

1. Define and discuss the process of Metastasis.
2. Granuloma – Types and Mechanism of formation.
3. Brown Induration of Lungs.

III. Short answers: (5 x 2 = 10)

1. Opportunistic infections.
2. Trisomy 21.
3. Differences between transudate and exudate.
4. Give two examples for Physiological and Pathological atrophy.
5. Leukemoid reaction.
SECTION – B
(MICROBIOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)
1. Write the morphology, cultural characteristics, pathogenesis and laboratory
diagnosis of Mycobacterium Tubercle Bacilli.

II. Write Notes on: (3 x 5 = 15)

1. Anaerobic culture methods.
2. Asexual cycle (Schizogony) of Malaria parasite.
3. Oral Thrush.

III. Short answers: (5 x 2 = 10)

1. Gene transfer methods.
2. What is meant by dental plaque and dental caries?
3. What is B-cells and T-cells?
4. Pasteurization.
5. Write 2 stains and 2 cultures used for fungal identification.
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[LP 656] AUGUST 2019 Sub. Code: 4206

SECOND YEAR B.D.S. DEGREE EXAM

(Common to Second Year Paper II - Modified Regulation III Candidates)

PAPER I – GENERAL PATHOLOGY AND MICROBIOLOGY

Q.P Code: 544206
Time: 180 Minutes Maximum: 70 Marks

Draw Suitable diagrams wherever necessary

Answer section A and B in Separate Answer Books
SECTION – A
(GENERAL PATHOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)
1. Define oedema. Write in detail about the pathogenesis of oedema.

II. Write Notes on: (3 x 5 = 15)

1. Pathologic Calcification.
2. Types of Embolism.
3. Fracture Healing

III. Short answers: (5 x 2 = 10)

1. Hemophilia.
2. Give three special stains for Amyloidosis.
3. What are the stages you see in the peripheral smear of chronic myeloid leukemia?
4. Give three microscopic changes in Diabetic Kidney.
5. Name two benign Salivary Gland tumors.

SECTION – B
(MICROBIOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)
1. Define Hypersensitivity and explain in detail Type I Hypersensitivity reaction.

II. Write Notes on: (3 x 5 = 15)

1. Bacterial spore.
2. Hot air oven.
3. Dermatophytes.

III. Short answers: (5 x 2 = 10)

1. Bacteriophage.
2. Louis Pasteur.
3. Lymphogranuloma Venereum.
4. Herpes zoster.
5. Meningitis.

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[LQ 656] FEBRUARY 2020 Sub. Code: 4206

SECOND YEAR B.D.S. DEGREE EXAM

(Common to Second Year Paper II - Modified Regulation III Candidates)

PAPER I – GENERAL PATHOLOGY AND MICROBIOLOGY

Q.P Code: 544206
Time: 180 Minutes Maximum: 70 Marks

Draw Suitable diagrams wherever necessary

Answer section A and B in Separate Answer Books
SECTION – A
(GENERAL PATHOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)
1. Describe the types and mechanisms of wound healing. What are the factors which
affect wound healing? What are the complications of wound healing?

II. Write Notes on: (3 x 5 = 15)

1. Peripheral blood picture and Clinical manifestations of Iron deficiency anaemia.
2. Types of Necrosis with examples.
3. Arachidonic acid metabolites in inflammation.

III. Short answers: (5 x 2 = 10)

1. Albinism.
2. Name 4 pre-malignant conditions of oral cavity cancer.
3. Fate of thrombus.
4. Types of metastatic spread and one example of each.
5. Rickets.

SECTION – B
(MICROBIOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)
1. Describe the pathogenicity and lab diagnosis of Hepatitis B virus.

II. Write Notes on: (3 x 5 = 15)

1. Autoclave.
2. Candidiasis.
3. Hydatid cyst.

III. Short answers: (5 x 2 = 10)

1. Transduction.
2. Dental plaque.
3. Morphology of Clostridium tetani.
4. Define Hypersensitivity.
5. Nosocomial infection.
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[LR 656] DECEMBER 2020 Sub. Code: 4206
(AUGUST 2020 SESSION)
SECOND YEAR B.D.S. DEGREE EXAM
(Common to Second Year Paper II - Modified Regulation III Candidates)

PAPER I – GENERAL PATHOLOGY AND MICROBIOLOGY

Q.P Code: 544206
Time: 180 Minutes Maximum: 70 Marks

Draw Suitable diagrams wherever necessary

Answer section A and B in Separate Answer Books
SECTION – A
(GENERAL PATHOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)
1. Define Shock. What are the types of Shock? Discuss Septicaemic Shock.

II. Write Notes on: (3 x 5 = 15)

1. Rodent Ulcer.
2. Brown induration of Lungs.
3. Blood and Bone Marrow Picture of Iron Deficiency Anemia.

III. Short answers: (5 x 2 = 10)

1. Define Edema.
2. Sago Spleen.
3. What is Chemotaxis? Name two Chemotactic Agents.
4. HbA1c.
5. Dysplasia.
SECTION – B
(MICROBIOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)
1. Morphology, Pathogenesis, Laboratory diagnosis and Prophylaxis of Rabies.

II. Write Notes on: (3 x 5 = 15)

1. Anaerobic Culture Methods.
2. Elek’s gel Precipitation.
3. Ancylostoma Duodenale.

III. Short answers: (5 x 2 = 10)

1. Streak Culture.
2. Plasmodium Vivax.
3. Actinomycosis.
4. Histoplasmosis.
5. Food Poisoning.
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 [BDS 0921] SEPTEMBER 2021 Sub. Code: 4206
(FEBRUARY 2021 SESSION)

SECOND YEAR B.D.S. DEGREE EXAM

(Common to Second Year Paper II - Modified Regulation III Candidates)

PAPER I – GENERAL PATHOLOGY AND MICROBIOLOGY

Q.P Code: 544206
Time: 180 Minutes Maximum: 70 Marks

Draw Suitable diagrams wherever necessary

Answer section A and B in Separate Answer Books
SECTION – A
(GENERAL PATHOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)
1. Classify Anemias. Define new lab diagnosis of IDA.

II. Write Notes on: (3 x 5 = 15)

1. Tumour Markers.
2. Rodent Ulcer.
3. Blood and Bone Marrow Picture of CML – Chronic Myeloid Leukemia.

III. Short answers: (5 x 2 = 10)

1. Give two Microscopic features in Kidney in Hypertension.
2. Define Thrombosis. What is Virchow’s Triad?
3. Hemophilia.
4. Name two special Stains for fat.
5. Oral Manifestation of AIDS.
SECTION – B
(MICROBIOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)
1. Morphology, laboratory diagnosis and Prophylaxis of Mycobacterium
Tuberculosis Bacilli.

II. Write Notes on: (3 x 5 = 15)

1. Toxin and Enzyme of Streptococci
2. Dental Plaque
3. Laboratory Diagnosis of HIV

III. Short answers: (5 x 2 = 10)

1. Koch’s Postulate.
2. Mechanism of Autoimmunity.
3. Nagler Reaction.
4. Black Water Fever.
5. Autoclave.
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 THE TAMIL NADU DR. M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY
[BDS 1221] DECEMBER 2021 Sub. Code: 4206
(AUGUST 2021 SESSION)
SECOND YEAR B.D.S. DEGREE EXAM
(Common to Second Year Paper II - Modified Regulation III Candidates)

PAPER I – GENERAL PATHOLOGY AND MICROBIOLOGY

Q.P Code: 544206
Time: 180 Minutes Maximum: 70 Marks

Draw Suitable diagrams wherever necessary

Answer section A and B in Separate Answer Books
SECTION – A
(GENERAL PATHOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)
1. Define Inflammation. Write in detail about the Cellular events in Acute
Inflammation.

II. Write Notes on: (3 x 5 = 15)

1. Lab diagnosis of Megaloblastic Anaemia.
2. Diagnosis of Amyloid and Anaemia.
3. Granuloma.

III. Short answers: (5 x 2 = 10)

1. Four examples of Metaplasia.
2. Reed – Sternberg Cell.
3. Pathogenesis of Oedema.
4. Virchow’s triad.
5. Nutmeg Liver.
SECTION – B
(MICROBIOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)
1. Classify Non Sporing Anaerobes. Write in detail on the Infections caused by Non
Sporing Anaerobes and their Treatment. Add a note on Anaerobic Culture
methods.

II. Write Notes on: (3 x 5 = 15)

1. Gaseous Sterilization in Medical/Dental Practice.
2. Transport Medium.
3. Post Exposure Prophylaxis against Rabies.

III. Short answers: (5 x 2 = 10)

1. Antibiotic Susceptibility Testing.
2. Rh Incompatability Disease.
3. Modes of Transmission of Hepatitis B Virus.
4. Lymphatic Filariasis.
5. Transmission Based Precautions to Prevent SARS CoV-2.
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 THE TAMIL NADU DR.M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY
[BDS 0522] MAY 2022 Sub. Code: 4206
(FEBRUARY 2022 SESSION)
B.D.S. DEGREE EXAM
(Common to Second Year Paper II Modified Regulation III Candidates)
SECOND YEAR
PAPER I – GENERAL PATHOLOGY AND MICROBIOLOGY
Q.P Code: 544206
Time: 180 Minutes Maximum: 70 Marks
Draw Suitable diagrams wherever necessary
Answer section A and B in Separate Answer Books
SECTION – A
(GENERAL PATHOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)
1. What are the types of Amyloid? What is the Pathogenesis of Amyloidosis? Write
briefly about Morphological changes in various Organs in Amyloidosis. How do
you Identify Amyloid in Tissues?
II. Write Notes on: (3 x 5 = 15)
1. Coagulation Cascade.
2. Vascular events in acute Inflammation.
3. Sickle Cell Anemia.
III. Short answers: (5 x 2 = 10)
1. Fatty Liver.
2. Define Thrombocytopenia. Give 2 causes of Thrombocytopenia.
3. Define Hyperplasia. Give 2 examples of Physiologic Hyperplasia.
4. Oral Candidiasis.
5. Enumerate 4 Tumors and Tumor like conditions of Jaw.
SECTION – B
(MICROBIOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)
1. Enumerate the Viruses causing Blood Borne Viral Infections. Write in detail on the
modes of Transmission, Pathogenesis and Lab Diagnosis of Human Immunodeficiency
Virus (HIV). Add a note on preventive measures against Acquiring the Disease.
II. Write Notes on: (3 x 5 = 15)
1. Operating Theatre Sterilization.
2. Faucial Diphtheria.
3. Opportunistic Fungal Infections.
III. Short answers: (5 x 2 = 10)
1. Anaphylaxis.
2. Vincent’s Angina.
3. Antibiotic Stewardship in Dental Practice.
4. VDRL Test.
5. Personal Protective Equipments in Infection Control.
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 THE TAMIL NADU DR.M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY
[BDS 1222] DECEMBER 2022 Sub. Code: 4206
(AUGUST 2022 EXAM SESSION)
B.D.S. DEGREE EXAM
(Common to Second Year Paper II Modified Regulation III Candidates)
SECOND YEAR
PAPER I – GENERAL PATHOLOGY AND MICROBIOLOGY
Q.P Code: 544206
Time: 180 Minutes Maximum: 70 Marks

Draw Suitable diagrams wherever necessary

Answer section A and B in Separate Answer Books
SECTION – A
(GENERAL PATHOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)
1. Define Inflammation. Write in detail about Chemical mediators of inflammation.
II. Write Notes on: (3 x 5 = 15)
1. Megaloblastic Anaemia.
2. Fracture healing.
3. Enumerate the viral carcinogens. Describe the role of HPV in carcinogenesis.
III. Short answers: (5 x 2 = 10)
1. Enumerate the Transfusion Reactions.
2. Define necrosis. Enumerate the types of necrosis.
3. Name two Antioxidants.
4. Define Infarct. Enumerate the types of infarct with one example of each type.
5. Clinical features of congenital syphilis.
SECTION – B
(MICROBIOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)
1. Classify Streptococci. Describe in detail the toxin production and lab diagnosis
of β haemolytic Streptococci.

II. Write Notes on: (3 x 5 = 15)

1. Oral thrush.
2. Mumps.
3. Anaerobic culture methods.

III. Short answers: (5 x 2 = 10)

1. Structure of Bacteriophage.
2. Widal test.
3. Dane particle.
4. Name two Non-Tuberculous Mycobacteria.
5. B.vincenti.

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 THE TAMIL NADU DR.M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY
[BDS 0323] MARCH 2023 Sub. Code: 4206
(SEPTEMBER 2022 EXAM SESSION)
B.D.S. DEGREE EXAMINATION
(Common to Second Year Paper II Modified Regulation III Candidates)
SECOND YEAR
PAPER I – GENERAL PATHOLOGY AND MICROBIOLOGY
Q.P Code: 544206
Time: 180 Minutes Maximum: 70 Marks
Draw Suitable diagrams wherever necessary
Answer section A and B in Separate Answer Books
SECTION – A
(GENERAL PATHOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)
1. Define Neoplasia. Classify carcinogens. Elaborate on microbial carcinogens.
II. Write Notes on: (3 x 5 = 15)
1. Pathological calcification.
2. Ameloblastoma.
3. Chronic Myeloid Leukemia.
III. Short answers: (5 x 2 = 10)
1. Down syndrome.
2. Osteoporosis.
3. Types of necrosis with example.
4. Air embolism.
5. Ghon complex.
SECTION – B
(MICROBIOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)
1. Write in detail morphology, clinical features and laboratory diagnosis of Human
Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). Add a note on oral opportunistic infections in HIV.
II. Write Notes on: (3 x 5 = 15)
1. Type IV Hypersensitivity.
2. Viridans group of Streptococci.
3. Categories of Biomedical waste and its Disposal.

III. Short answers: (5 x 2 = 10)

1. Candidiasis.
2. Mention any two methods of gene transfer in bacteria.
3. Sample collection for SARS Covid – 2.
4. Diagnostic test for Malaria.
5. Prophylaxis for Tetanus.
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 THE TAMIL NADU DR. M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY
[BDS 0224] FEBRUARY 2024 Sub. Code: 4206
B.D.S. DEGREE EXAMINATION
(Common to Second Year Paper II Modified Regulation III Candidates)
SECOND YEAR
PAPER I – GENERAL PATHOLOGY AND MICROBIOLOGY
Q.P Code: 544206
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 70 Marks
Answer all questions in the same order
Draw Suitable diagrams wherever necessary
Answer section A and B in Separate Answer Books
SECTION – A
(GENERAL PATHOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)
1. Elaborate on the etiopathogenesis and pathology of Shock.

II. Write Notes on: (3 x 5 = 15)

1. Chemical carcinogenesis.
2. Cellular events of Inflammation.
3. Hereditary Spherocytosis.

III. Short answers: (5 x 2 = 10)

1. Rh Blood group.
2. Four diagnostic criteria of Rheumatic fever.
3. Four complications of diabetes Mellitus.
4. Granuloma.
5. Virchow’s triad.
SECTION – B
(MICROBIOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)
1. Discuss the infections caused by Non-sporing Anaerobes and Laboratory diagnosis
of Anaerobic infections.
II. Write Notes on: (3 x 5 = 15)
1. Bacterial Cell Wall.
2. Active Immunity.
3. Herpes simplex virus.

III. Short answers: (5 x 2 = 10)

1. Mantoux Test.
2. Any four Opportunistic Fungal infections.
3. VDRL Test.
4. Write the morphological forms of Malarial Parasite seen in peripheral smear examination.
5. Personal protective Equipment.
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 THE TAMIL NADU DR. M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY
[BDS 0824] AUGUST 2024 Sub. Code: 4206
B.D.S. DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
PAPER I – GENERAL PATHOLOGY AND MICROBIOLOGY
Q.P Code: 544206
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 70 Marks
Answer all questions in the same order
Draw Suitable diagrams wherever necessary
Answer section A and B in Separate Answer Books
SECTION – A
(GENERAL PATHOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)
1. Classify Anemias elaborate on the etiology, pathogenesis, clinical features,
peripheral smear and bone marrow findings of Iron Deficiency Anemia.
II. Write Notes on: (3 x 5 = 15)
1. Fate of Thrombus.
2. Rheumatic fever.
3. Hodgkin Lymphoma.

III. Short answers: (5 x 2 = 10)

1. Difference between Necrosis and apoptosis.
2. Classify Carcinogens.
3. Types of Hypersensitivity Reaction.
4. Four Chemical mediators of Inflammation.
5. Scurvy.
SECTION – B
(MICROBIOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)
1. Describe the Structure and Laboratory diagnosis of Hepatitis B Virus. Add a note
on Prophylaxis against Hepatitis B Viral Infection.
II. Write Notes on: (3 x 5 = 15)
1. Describe the structure of Antibody with neat labelled diagram.
2. Clinical presentation and Laboratory diagnosis of Mucormycosis.
3. Laboratory diagnosis of Pulmonary Tuberculosis.
III. Short answers: (5 x 2 = 10)
1. COVID vaccines.
2. Anaerobic Culture Media.
3. Any four Intestinal helminths causing human infections.
4. Transduction.
5. Mention the Oral infections caused by Non-sporing Anaerobes.
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 THE TAMIL NADU DR. M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY
[BDS 0225] FEBRUARY 2025 Sub. Code: 4206
B.D.S. DEGREE EXAMINATION
New Modified Revised Regulation (August 2016 Examination Session onwards)
and New Modified Regulation {Candidates admitted from 2008-2009 onwards)

SECOND YEAR
PAPER I – GENERAL PATHOLOGY AND MICROBIOLOGY
Q.P Code: 544206
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 70 Marks
Answer all questions in the same order
Draw Suitable diagrams wherever necessary
Answer section A and B in Separate Answer Books
SECTION – A
(GENERAL PATHOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)
1. Classify Anemia. Write in detail about the pathogenesis, peripheral smear findings and
clinical features of Microcytic Hypochromic anemias.
II. Write Notes on: (3 x 5 = 15)
1. Pleomorphic adenoma.
2. Hodgkin lymphoma.
3. Morphological changes in myocardial infarction.
III. Short answers: (5 x 2 = 10)
1. Vitamin A deficiency.
2. Pathogenesis of edema.
3. Diagnosis of Amyloidosis.
4. Metaplasia.
5. Morphology of atheromatous plaque.

SECTION – B
(MICROBIOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)
1. Define and Classify Sterilisation. Explain heat methods of Sterilisation.
II. Write Notes on: (3 x 5 = 15)
1. Hypersensitivity.
2. Candida albicans.
3. Infection control measures in dental practices.

III. Short answers: (5 x 2 = 10)

1. Oral microbial flora.
2. Hepatitis B vaccine.
3. Transport media.
4. Name two bioterrorism agents.
5. Robert Koch.
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 February 2011
[KY 704] Sub. Code: 4171
SECOND B.D.S DEGREE EXAMINATION
(Regulations for the candidates admitted from 2008-09 onwards)
Paper I – GENERAL PATHOLOGY AND MICROBIOLOGY
Q.P. Code: 544171
Time: Three hours Maximum: 70 Marks
Answer ALL questions
Part A - PATHOLOGY
I. Essay: (1 x 15 = 15)
1. Define Thrombosis. Discuss the factors favouring Thrombus formation. Add
a note on the fate of Thrombus.

II. Write short notes on: (2 x 5 = 10)

1. Fracture healing.
2. Blood and bone marrow picture in megaloblastic anaemia.

III. Short answer questions: (5 x 2 = 10)

1. Ghon complex.
2. Differences between exudates and transudate.
3. Dystrophic calcification.
4. Types of Hodgkin’s Lymphoma.
5. Ameloblastoma.

Part B - MICROBIOLOGY
I. Essay: (1 x 15 = 15)
1. Classify Anaerobes. Write detail about the various Anaerobic culture
methods.
II. Write short notes on: (2 x 5 = 10)
1. ELISA.
2. Bacterial conjugation.
III. Short answer questions: (5 x 2 = 10)
1. Name two methods of dry heat sterilization.
2. Cysticercosis.
3. Name two selective media.
4. Ziehl Neelsens staining.
5. Streptococcus mutans.

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 August 2011

[KZ 704] Sub. Code : 4171

SECOND B.D.S. DEGREE EXAMINATION

GENERAL PATHOLOGY AND MICROBIOLOGY

Q. P. Code : 544171
Time : Three hours Maximum: 100 Marks
Answer ALL questions
Answer Section A and B in Separate Answer Books
SECTION – A
(GENERAL PATHOLOGY)
I. Essay Questions: (1 x 20 = 20)
1. Define Neoplasm. Discuss the etiology and laboratory diagnosis of Cancer.

II. Write Short notes on : (5 x 6 = 30)

1. Pathological calcification.
2. Kidney in diabetes.
3. Peripheral blood smear and bone marrow pictures of chronic myeloid leukemia.
4. Agranulocytosis.
5. Hemophilia A.

SECTION – B
(MICROBIOLOGY)
I. Essay Questions: (1 x 20 = 20)
1. Describe the Morphology, Pathogenesis, Laboratory Diagnosis and
Immunoprophylaxis of Clostridium tetani.

II. Write Short notes on : (5 x 6 = 30)

1. Chemical Disinfectants.
2. Cultivation of Viruses.
3. ELISA.
4. Dimorphic Fungi.
5. Dental Plaque.
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 Februray 2012

[LA 656] Sub. Code: 4171

SECOND B.D.S. DEGREE EXAMINATION

PAPER – II

GENERAL PATHOLOGY AND MICROBIOLOGY

Q .P .Code: 544171

Time: Three hours Maximum: 70 Marks

Answer ALL questions in the same order

Draw Suitable diagrams wherever necessary
Answer Section A and B in Separate Answer Books
SECTION –A
(GENERAL PATHOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1X10=10)

1. Define inflammation. Mention chemical mediators. Write about their role in

inflammation.

II. Write notes on: (5×5=25)

1. Define necrosis. Classify necrosis
2. Peripheral blood smear in and bone marrow picture in megaloblastic anemia
3. Chemical carcinogens
4. Etiopathogenesis of atherosclerosis
5. Von Willie brandts disease
SECTION – B
(MICROBIOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1×10=10)

1. Describe morphology, mode of spread, important clinical features,

laboratory diagnosis and active immunization of Corneybacterium
diptheriae.

II. Write notes on: (5×5=25)

1. Candidiosis
2. Dental plaque
3. Hookworm infestation
4. Bacterial capsule
5. ELISA
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[LB 656] AUGUST 2012 Sub. Code: 4171
SECOND YEAR B.D.S. DEGREE EXAM
PAPER I – GENERAL PATHOLOGY
AND MICROBILOGY
Q .P .Code: 544171
Time: 180 Minutes Maximum: 100 Marks
Answer ALL questions in the same order
Draw Suitable diagrams wherever necessary
Answer Section A and B in Separate Answer Books
SECTION –A
(GENERAL PATHOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: Pages Time Marks
(Max.)(Max.)(Max.)
1. Define Amyloidosis. Describe the pathological
changes in the organs. Add a note on the special
stains for Amyloid. 19 30 20

II. Write Notes on:

1. Define Necrosis. Classify with examples. 3 10 5
2. Summary of chemical mediators in inflammation. 3 10 5
3. Congenital Syphilis. 3 10 5
4. Caisson’s Disease. 3 10 5
5. Pre-Neoplastic conditions. 3 10 5
6. Laboratory findings in Iron Deficiency Anaemia. 3 10 5

SECTION –B
(MICROBIOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on:

1. Explain the morphology, pathogenesis, symptoms and

laboratory diagnosis of Hepatitis B Virus. Add a note on
prophylactic measures. 19 30 20

II. Write Notes on:

1. Hot air oven. 3 10 5
2. Oral thrush. 3 10 5
3. Hydatid cyst. 3 10 5
4. Gamma globulin. 3 10 5
5. Toxins of Staphylococcus. 3 10 5
6. Plasmodium falciparum. 3 10 5

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[LC 656] FEBRUARY 2013 Sub. Code: 4171
SECOND YEAR B.D.S. DEGREE EXAM
PAPER I – GENERAL PATHOLOGY
AND MICROBILOGY
Q .P .Code: 544171
Time: 180 Minutes Maximum: 70 Marks
Draw Suitable diagrams wherever necessary
Answer Section A and B in Separate Answer Books
SECTION –A
(GENERAL PATHOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1X10=10)

1. Define shock. Classify shock. Discuss in detail about pathogenesis

of septic shock and morphology of various organs in shock.

II. Write Notes on: (5x5=25)

1.
Scurvy
2.
Precancerous lesions of oral cavity
3.
Differences between necrosis and apoptosis
4.
Primary complex
5.
Peripheral blood and bone marrow picture in chronic myeloid
leukemia.
SECTION –B
(MICROBIOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1x10=10)

1. Define Sterilization? Describe Moist heat Sterilization in detail?

II. Write Notes on: (5x5=25)

1. Lymph node
2. Coagulase test
3. Oral candidiasis
4. Egg of Hook worm
5. Structure of Hepatitis B Virus.

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[LD 656] AUGUST 2013 Sub. Code: 4171
SECOND YEAR B.D.S. DEGREE EXAM
PAPER I – GENERAL PATHOLOGY
AND MICROBIOLOGY
Q .P .Code: 544171
Time: 180 Minutes Maximum: 70 Marks
Draw Suitable diagrams wherever necessary
Answer Section A and B in Separate Answer Books
SECTION –A
(GENERAL PATHOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1X10=10)

1. Classify Carcinogens. Explain the role of Oncogenic viruses in human

cancer.

II. Write Notes on: (5x5=25)

1.
Factors Influencing wound healing
2.
Complications of Tertiary syphilis
3.
Types of Oedema
4.
Causes for Malnutrition
5.
Megaloblastic anaemia.
SECTION –B
(MICROBIOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1x10=10)

1. Classify Hepatitis Virus. Describe the laboratory diagnosis of Hepatitis

B Virus.

II. Write Notes on: (5x5=25)

1. Bacterial growth curve

2. Prophylaxis of Tetanus
3. Enzyme linked immunosorbent assay(ELISA)
4. Candidiasis.
5. Microfilaria.

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[LE 656] FEBRUARY 2014 Sub. Code:4171

SECOND YEAR B.D.S. DEGREE EXAM

PAPER I – GENERAL PATHOLOGY AND MICROBIOLOGY
Q.P Code: 544171

Time: 180 Minutes Maximum: 70 marks

Draw Suitable diagrams wherever necessary

Answer section A and B in Separate Answer Books

SECTION – A
(GENERAL PATHOLOGY)

I. Elaborate on: (1X10=10)

1. Define edema. Discuss the etiology and pathogenesis of renal edema.

II. Write Notes on: (5X5=25)

1. Human oncogenic viruses

2. Vitamin D. deficiency
3. Healing by second intention (secondary union)
4. Free radical mediated – cell-injury
5. Granuloma
SECTION – B
(MICROBIOLOGY)

I. Elaborate on: (1X10=10)

1. Describe in detail about the pathogenesis and laboratory diagnosis of

Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome.

II. Write Notes on: (5X5=25)

1. Bacterial flagella
2. Autoimmunity
3. Tuberculin test
4. Cultivation of fungi
5. Filariasis

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[LF 656] AUGUST 2014 Sub. Code: 4171

SECOND YEAR B.D.S. DEGREE EXAM

PAPER I – GENERAL PATHOLOGY AND MICROBIOLOGY
Q.P Code: 544171
Time: 180 Minutes Maximum: 70 marks

Draw Suitable diagrams wherever necessary

Answer section A and B in Separate Answer Books

SECTION – A
(GENERAL PATHOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1X10=10)

1. Define Neoplasia. Tabulate the differences between benign and malignant

neoplasms with examples

II. Write Notes on: (5X5=25)

1. Arachidonic acid metabolites

2. Hypovolemic shock
3. Haemophilia
4. Granuloma
5. Fatty Liver

SECTION – B
(MICROBIOLOGY)

I. Elaborate on: (1X10=10)

1. Define sterilization? Describe dry heat sterilization in detail.

II. Write Notes on: (5X5=25)

1. Dental caries.
2. Mechanisms of Auto immunity.
3. Laboratory diagnosis of enteric fever.
4. Prevention of polio.
5. Hydatid cyst.

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[LG 656] FEBRUARY 2015 Sub. Code: 4171

SECOND YEAR B.D.S. DEGREE EXAM

PAPER I – GENERAL PATHOLOGY AND MICROBIOLOGY
Q.P Code: 544171
Time: 180 Minutes Maximum: 70 Marks

Draw Suitable diagrams wherever necessary

Answer section A and B in Separate Answer Books

SECTION – A
(GENERAL PATHOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)

1. Define repair. Describe Healing by first intention. (Primary union)

Discuss the factors influencing wound healing.

II. Write Notes on: (5 x 5 = 25)

1. Radiation injury.
2. Organization of Thrombus.
3. Microcytic hypochromic anemia.
4. Chemotaxis.
5. Pathological calcification.

SECTION – B
(MICROBIOLOGY)

I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)

1. Define Hypersensitivity. Describe type 1 hypersensitivity in detail.

II. Write Notes on: (5 x 5 = 25)

1. Anaerobic culture methods.

2. Oral Microbial Flora.
3. Laboratory diagnosis of HIV infection.
4. Dimorphic Fungi.
5. Life cycle of Ascaris Lumbricoides.

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[LH 656] AUGUST 2015 Sub. Code: 4171

SECOND YEAR B.D.S. DEGREE EXAMINATION

PAPER I – GENERAL PATHOLOGY AND MICROBIOLOGY
Q.P. Code: 544171
Time : Three Hours Maximum : 70 marks
Answer All Questions
Draw Suitable diagrams wherever necessary
Answer section A and B in Separate Answer Books
SECTION – A
(GENERAL PATHOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)
1. Define necrosis. Discuss types of necrosis.

II. Write notes on : (5 x 5 = 25)

1. Rodent Ulcer.
2. Renal Edema.
3. Blood and Bone marrow picture of Iron deficiency anaemia.
4. Special Stains for amyloidosis.
5. Granuloma.
SECTION – B
(MICROBIOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)

1. Classify Hepatitis viruses. Write in detail about morphology, antigenicity,

mode of transmission, laboratory diagnosis and prophylaxis of Hepatitis B virus.

II. Write notes on : (5 x 5 = 25)

1. Chemical disinfectants.

2. Immunoglobulin G.

3. Antigens, toxins and enzymes of Streptococcus pyogenes.

4. Plasmodium falciparum.

5. Candida albicans.

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[LI 656] FEBRUARY 2016 Sub. Code: 4171

SECOND YEAR B.D.S. DEGREE EXAMINATION

PAPER I – GENERAL PATHOLOGY AND MICROBIOLOGY
Q.P. Code : 544171
Time : Three Hours Maximum : 70 Marks
Draw Suitable diagrams wherever necessary
Answer section A and B in Separate Answer Books
SECTION – A
(GENERAL PATHOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)
1. Classify Carcinogens. Discuss the role of Oncogenic viruses in human cancer.

II. Write Notes on: (5 x 5 = 25)

1. Factors influencing wound healing.

2. Complications of Tertiary syphilis.
3. Types of Oedema.
4. Scurvy.
5. Megaloblastic anemia.
SECTION – B
(MICROBIOLOGY)
I. Elaborate on: (1 x 10 = 10)

1. Describe the pathogenesis, lab diagnosis and prophylaxis of Mycobacterium

tuberculosis?

II. Write Notes on: (5 x 5 = 25)

1. Enzyme linked immunosorbent assay.

2. Classification of Streptococcus.
3. Hydatid cyst.
4. Oral thrush.
5. Structure of Bacteriophage.

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