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Which treatment option involves using drugs to kill cancer cells or prevent their growth?
Which treatment option involves using drugs to kill cancer cells or prevent their growth?
- Hormone therapy
- Surgery
- Immunotherapy (correct)
- Radiation therapy
What is the purpose of stem cell transplantation in cancer treatment?
What is the purpose of stem cell transplantation in cancer treatment?
- To specifically target cancer cells
- To boost the body's immune system
- To replace damaged bone marrow (correct)
- To manipulate hormone levels
Which diagnostic technique involves taking a small sample of tissue for microscopic examination?
Which diagnostic technique involves taking a small sample of tissue for microscopic examination?
- Imaging studies
- Pathology tests
- Biopsy (correct)
- Blood tests
What is the primary goal of palliative care in cancer treatment?
What is the primary goal of palliative care in cancer treatment?
Which treatment method specifically targets cancer cells based on their unique characteristics?
Which treatment method specifically targets cancer cells based on their unique characteristics?
Why are stem cell donors selected based on human leukocyte antigen (HLA) compatibility?
Why are stem cell donors selected based on human leukocyte antigen (HLA) compatibility?
Which type of graft rejection occurs months to years after transplant?
Which type of graft rejection occurs months to years after transplant?
What is the primary goal of immunosuppressive therapy in transplantation?
What is the primary goal of immunosuppressive therapy in transplantation?
Which of the following is NOT an immunosuppressive medication used in transplantation?
Which of the following is NOT an immunosuppressive medication used in transplantation?
In transplantation, what is the term for acute rejection occurring within the first few months post-transplant?
In transplantation, what is the term for acute rejection occurring within the first few months post-transplant?
Why is early detection and treatment of graft rejection important in transplantation?
Why is early detection and treatment of graft rejection important in transplantation?
What is the main purpose of organ transplantation?
What is the main purpose of organ transplantation?
Which of the following is NOT a commonly transplanted organ?
Which of the following is NOT a commonly transplanted organ?
Why are organ donors screened for blood type and tissue compatibility?
Why are organ donors screened for blood type and tissue compatibility?
What is the primary role of immunosuppressive therapy in transplant medicine?
What is the primary role of immunosuppressive therapy in transplant medicine?
Which medical procedure involves replacing a patient's damaged bone marrow with healthy stem cells?
Which medical procedure involves replacing a patient's damaged bone marrow with healthy stem cells?
Why are organ donors carefully screened for various health conditions?
Why are organ donors carefully screened for various health conditions?
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