Tumors Invade Other Organs and Tissues in a Process Called

question 11

Multiple Choice

Tumors invade other organs and tissues in a process called

• A) neoplasia.
• B) a plaque assay.
• C) latency.
• D) budding.
• E) metastasis.

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Definitions:

Psychosomatic Medicine

A branch of medicine dealing with the interaction between psychological processes and physical disorders.

Behavioural Medicine

Application of the methods of behaviour modification to the treatment or prevention of disease—for example, the use of psychological techniques to control pain in patients undergoing medical procedures, or interventions to improve the diabetics’ ability to control their blood glucose.

Psychosocial Variables

Factors that involve both psychological and social aspects affecting an individual's behavior and thoughts.

Endocrine System

A network of glands in the body that produce and release hormones directly into the bloodstream, regulating various bodily functions and processes.