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What did the Pap Smear test achieve for cervical cancer?
Lowered the number of yearly deaths by 75%
What is the purpose of a Virtual colonoscopy as mentioned in the text?
Detection of large polyps using X ray scanner
Which abnormal cell features are mentioned in the text?
Irregular borders and cell sizes
What is the primary benefit of mammography as stated in the text?
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What is the main purpose of a PSA test according to the text?
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Which warning sign of cancer could potentially indicate an advanced disease according to the text?
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What is the main function of CA-125 glycoprotein?
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Which technique is used to examine the protein makeup of a sample?
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What can lead to false positive results in diagnostic tests?
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What is the purpose of the TNM system in cancer diagnosis?
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How does Oncotype DX from Myriad Genetics classify cancers?
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What is the main purpose of genomic testing in cancer diagnosis?
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