Which of the Following Sequential Barriers to Metastasis Is the Easiest

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following sequential barriers to metastasis is the easiest to overcome for cancer cells in general?

• A) Vessel entry through acquisition of local invasiveness
• B) Exit from the blood into a remote tissue or organ
• C) Survival of cells in the foreign tissue
• D) Initial growth of cells in the foreign tissue
• E) Persistence of growth in the remote site

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Definitions:

Emotional Stability

A personality trait which signifies an individual's ability to remain calm and composed under stress, pressure, or emotional distress.

Introverted Personality

A personality trait characterized by a focus on internal feelings rather than on external sources of stimulation.

Agreeableness

A personality trait characterized by warmth, kindness, cooperativeness, and a tendency to be pleasant and accommodating in social situations.

Trait Theory

A personality theory that advocates breaking down behavior patterns into a series of observable traits in order to understand human behavior.