Chapter 19 – Oncology – Lab Tests & Procedures – Flashcards
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Cytogenetic Analysis
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Chromosomes of normal or tumor cells are examined for breaks, translocations, or deletions of DNA.
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Immunohistochemistry
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Localizing antigens or proteins in tissues using labeled (coloured or fluorescent) antibodies.
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Protein Marker Tests
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Measures the level of proteins in the blood or on the surface of tumor cells.
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Bone Marrow Biopsy
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Aspiration of bone marrow tissue and examination under a microscope for evidence of malignant cells.
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Bone Marrow or Stem Cell Transplantation
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Bone marrow or stem cells are infused intravenously into a patient
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Core Needle Biopsy
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Insertion of a large-bore needle into tissue to remove a core of cells for microscopic examination
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Exfoliative Cytology
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Cells are scraped from the region of suspected disease and examined under a microscope
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Fiberoptic Colonoscopy
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Visual examination of the colon using a fiberoptic instrument.
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Laparoscopy or Peritoneoscopy
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Visual examination of the abdominal cavity using small incisions and a laparoscope.
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Mammography
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X-ray examination of the breast to detect breast cancer
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PET/CT scan
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Diagnostic procedures combing CT and PET scans
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Radionuclide Scans
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Radioactive substances are injected intravenously, and scans of organs are obtained.
