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

question 121

Multiple Choice

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

-XRT

• 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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