VPP-0019
QUESTION
Catarrhal inflammation is characterized by the presence of?
OPTIONS
(A) Mucus
(B) Serous exudates
(C) Fibrinous exudates
(D) None of these
ANSWER
(A) Mucus
EXPLANATION
Catarrhal inflammation is characterized by increased production and accumulation of mucus on mucous membranes, usually with epithelial degeneration and inflammatory cells. Serous exudate is typical of serous inflammation, while fibrinous exudate contains abundant fibrin. Thus, option A is correct.