Biopsy of a lesion of the buccal mucosa shows epithelial cells with hyperchromatic and pleomorphic nuclei. Abnormal mitotic figures are found at all levels in the epithelium. The basement membrane is intact. This is consistent with:

a. Lichen planus
b. Leukoplakia
c. Squamous cell carcinoma
d. Carcinoma in situ
e. Focal hyperkeratosis


D

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