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What term describes the characteristics that define a cell as cancerous?
What term describes the characteristics that define a cell as cancerous?
- Oncogenes
- Cell proliferation
- Tumor suppressor genes
- Cancer hallmarks (correct)
Which type of genes promote the development of cancer when mutated?
Which type of genes promote the development of cancer when mutated?
- Metastasis genes
- Oncogenes (correct)
- Cell proliferation genes
- Tumor suppressor genes
What process involves the spread of cancer cells from the primary site to distant parts of the body?
What process involves the spread of cancer cells from the primary site to distant parts of the body?
- Cell proliferation
- Metastasis (correct)
- Apoptosis
- Tumour microenvironment
Which aspect is a key focus in cancer genomics?
Which aspect is a key focus in cancer genomics?
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What is the term for the surroundings in which a tumor exists and interacts?
What is the term for the surroundings in which a tumor exists and interacts?
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Which treatment approach focuses on targeting specific molecular pathways in cancer cells?
Which treatment approach focuses on targeting specific molecular pathways in cancer cells?
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What is a common feature of cancer cells related to uncontrolled division?
What is a common feature of cancer cells related to uncontrolled division?
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