Hallmarks of cancer Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
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Cancer
A
A complex disease characterised by uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells.
2
Q
Hallmarks of cancer
A
Resisting cell death
Inducing angiogenesis
Genome instability and mutations
Tumor promoting inflammation
Avoiding immune destruction
Evading growth suppressors
Sustaining proliferative signalling
Activating invasion and metastasis
Deregulating cellular energetics
3
Q
Immune surveillance
A
Normal function of the immune system is to constantly scan the body for emerging malignant cells and destroy them.
