Cancers That Metastasize and Invade Normal Tissues to Impede Their

question 52

Multiple Choice

Cancers that metastasize and invade normal tissues to impede their functions are called

• A) benign tumors.
• B) keratosis.
• C) malignant tumors.
• D) in situ cancer.
• E) neoplasm.

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Definitions:

Growth Factors

Growth factors are a group of proteins that stimulate cell growth, proliferation, healing, and cellular differentiation.

Platelet-Derived

Originating from or produced by platelets, which are small blood cells involved in clot formation and wound healing.

Nerve Growth Factor

A protein essential for the growth, maintenance, and survival of certain neurons, playing a key role in the nervous system's development.

Prostaglandins

A collection of biologically active lipid molecules that exhibit a variety of hormone-like actions in animals.