All of the following are means by which tumor cells can become resistant to anticancer drugs EXCEPT:
A. Enhanced repair mechanism
B. Increased capacity to undergo apoptosis
C. Reduced capacity to undergo apoptosis
D. Upregulation of glutathione
E. Upregulation of the efflux pumps
Answer: B. Increased capacity to undergo apoptosis
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a. Treated 1 year ago for pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) b. Oral contraception for last 3 years c. Urinary frequency for 1 week d. Irregular cycles for 1 year prior to conception