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Warning Signs of Cancer and Benefits of Early Diagnosis

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What did the Pap Smear test achieve for cervical cancer?

Analyzes CEA and Alphafetoprotein levels

Lowered the number of yearly deaths by 75% (correct)

Used for early detection of breast tumors

Detects mutations in APC gene

What is the purpose of a Virtual colonoscopy as mentioned in the text?

Screening for DNA mutations in Cologuard

Removal of small polyps from the colon

Detection of large polyps using X ray scanner (correct)

Evaluation of course of treatment for liver cancer

Which abnormal cell features are mentioned in the text?

Detection of blood in feces sample

High levels of PSA in the blood

Presence of mutations in APC gene

Irregular borders and cell sizes (correct)

What is the primary benefit of mammography as stated in the text?

Early detection of tumors Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a PSA test according to the text?

Detect prostate-specific antigen levels Signup and view all the answers

Which warning sign of cancer could potentially indicate an advanced disease according to the text?

Nagging cough or hoarseness Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of CA-125 glycoprotein?

Monitoring chemotherapy effectiveness Signup and view all the answers

Which technique is used to examine the protein makeup of a sample?

Proteomic Analysis using mass spectrometry Signup and view all the answers

What can lead to false positive results in diagnostic tests?

Low specificity Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the TNM system in cancer diagnosis?

Indicate how far a tumor has progressed Signup and view all the answers

How does Oncotype DX from Myriad Genetics classify cancers?

By predicting metastasis using gene expression Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of genomic testing in cancer diagnosis?

Determine the activity of genes in tumors Signup and view all the answers