Which of the Following Types of Cell-To-Cell Signaling Describes Tumor

question 55

Multiple Choice

Which of the following types of cell-to-cell signaling describes tumor cells that secrete growth factors that induce surrounding cells to grow and divide?

• A) autocrine
• B) paracrine
• C) endocrine
• D) neuroendocrine

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