Which of the Following Is a Similarity Between Benign Tumors

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a similarity between benign tumors and malignant tumors?

• A) Both are cancerous and pose a threat to life.
• B) Both invade and destroy surrounding tissues.
• C) Both release cells that form metastases.
• D) Both are formed by uncontrollable growth of cells.

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Definitions:

Liver

Largest gland of the body, lying in the upper-right quadrant of the abdomen just inferior to the diaphragm; secretes bile and is of great importance in carbohydrate and protein metabolism and in detoxifying chemicals.

Hyperkalemia

Greater than normal concentration of potassium ions in the circulating blood.

Calcitonin

Hormone released from parafollicular cells that acts on tissues to cause a decrease in blood levels of calcium ions.

Osteoclast Activity

The process involving osteoclast cells breaking down bone tissue, playing a critical role in bone remodeling and calcium homeostasis.