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Morgan Johnson
on Oct 11, 2024Verified
Group of diseases characterized by uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells
A) monocytes
B) phagocytosis
C) antigens
D) major histocompatibility complex (MHC)
E) serum protein electrophoresis
F) interferons
G) antibody-mediated immune response
H) cell-mediated immune response
I) Kaposi's sarcoma
J) candidiasis
K) nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs)
L) non-nucleoside reverse transcription inhibitors (NNRTIs)
M) fusion inhibitors
N) cancer
O) cortisol
Cancer
Cancer is a group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells in the body, potentially leading to death if not treated.
Major Histocompatibility Complex (MHC)
A set of cell surface proteins essential for the acquired immune system to recognize foreign molecules and thus helps determine compatibility of organs for transplant, among other functions.
Serum Protein Electrophoresis
A laboratory technique used to separate and analyze the proteins in blood serum, often for diagnostic purposes.
- Distinguish between different types of cancer based on tissue origin.
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Learning Objectives
- Distinguish between different types of cancer based on tissue origin.