Embolism: practice question

A Pathology question in the style of the NEET PG paper. Answer it first, then read why the right option is right and why each of the others is wrong.

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Pathology · Embolism

Sample item

What is common source of pulmonary embolus?

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The answer and the reasoning

A. DVT

This item reviews Embolism; DVT is the best answer because it directly matches the biochemical or pathological mechanism described.

Option by option

  • A. DVT (correct)

    Correct. DVT fits the defining feature.

  • B. Portal vein

    Portal vein is plausible but not the best answer.

  • C. Coronary artery

    Coronary artery is unsupported by the key finding.

  • D. Carotid artery

    Carotid artery does not fit the stated mechanism.

Source note: Original NextPrep sample item — pending expert review. This item is original practice material awaiting independent expert review, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.

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What is the answer to this Pathology question?

The best answer is A, DVT. This item reviews Embolism; DVT is the best answer because it directly matches the biochemical or pathological mechanism described.

Why is "Portal vein" not the answer?

Portal vein is plausible but not the best answer.

Why is "Coronary artery" not the answer?

Coronary artery is unsupported by the key finding.

Why is "Carotid artery" not the answer?

Carotid artery does not fit the stated mechanism.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Embolism in Pathology. The correct option holds because: Correct. DVT fits the defining feature.

How hard is this question?

We tag it as an application question: it asks you to use a fact on a patient or a finding. The tag is our own editorial judgement, not an official difficulty rating, so read the reason for every option, not only the answer.

How should I study Embolism?

Learn each disease as a bundle: cause, key histology, markers, and the clinical hallmark. Then use the flashcards and the other Pathology questions on this site to test what stuck.

Is this a real NEET PG question?

No. It is an original practice item (editorial status: sample, version 1). NextPrep does not publish recalled or leaked questions, and independent faculty review of this item has not been completed yet, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.