Match the Descriptions/definitions with the Correct Oncology-Related Abbreviations

question 166

Multiple Choice

Match the descriptions/definitions with the correct oncology-related abbreviations.

-VEGF

• A)promotes the growth of red blood cells
• B)microscopic examination of living tissue for diagnosis of disease
• C)unit of radiation equal to 1/100 of a rad
• D)secreted by tumors to stimulate formation of new blood vessels
• E)a biologic response modifier used in cancer treatment
• F)spread of malignant cells to a distant site
• G)infusion of undifferentiated blood cells into a patient to repopulate the bone marrow
• H)protein factor that promotes growth of white blood cells
• I)brachytherapy and teletherapy are examples
• J)staging system for evaluating malignancies

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Definitions:

Midbrain

A region of the brainstem involved in vision, hearing, motor control, sleep/wake, arousal, and temperature regulation.

Hayflick Limit

Genetically controlled limit, proposed by Hayflick, on the number of times cells can divide in members of a species.

Maximum Life Span

The upper boundary of life expectancy for an organism, representing the greatest age an individual of a species can live under ideal conditions.

Prefrontal Regions

Areas of the frontal lobes of the brain responsible for complex behaviors including decision making, planning, and moderating social behavior.