Which of the following are true for cancer stem cells? (Select all that apply.)

a. They are self-renewing.
b. They are highly susceptible to radiation.
c. They are resistant to toxins used in chemotherapy.
d. They may be present in low numbers without causing relapse.
e. They may cause cancer if donated in organ transplants.


a, c, d, e

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1. A hydrocele is an accumulation of fluid that presses on and may collapse the vagina. 2. A severe case of phimosis may require circumcision as a treatment. 3. HIV is a sexually transmitted bacterial infection affecting the immune system. 4. The former common name for STDs is venereal disease. 5. PSA is a blood test for testicular cancer.

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Tinnitus means ____________________ ____________________ ____________________ ____________________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Body ____ (BSA) is one means by which information can be used to individualize drug dosages.

A. size adjustment B. sampling area C. surface adjustment D. surface area

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Which term means "surgical reconstruction of a vessel"?

A. Angiosclerosis B. Angiorrhaphy C. Angiopoieses D. Angiopexy E. Angioplasty

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