5 Questions
What is melanoma?
A malignant tumor of melanocytes
What increases the risk of melanoma?
Ultraviolet Radiation
What is a classic feature of cutaneous melanoma?
Asymmetrically pigmented lesion of variegated color with an irregular border
What is a key differentiator of melanoma from basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas?
Melanoma is a histological diagnosis
What is the origin of melanocytes?
Derived from the neural crest
Test your knowledge on melanoma, a deadly form of skin cancer. This quiz covers the features, diagnosis, and staging of melanoma, as well as the role of sentinel node biopsy. Find out how much you know about this malignant proliferation of melanocytes and its risk factors.
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