Question

Neoplastic characteristics of cells refer to:

1. A mass of proliferating cell.
2. Rapid growth of cells.
3. Invasion and damage to the surrounding tissue.
4. Those confined to original location.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Options

• A, B only

• A, B, C only

• A, B, D only

• B, C, D only

Answer 1

A, B, C only

Explanation:

The term “neoplasia” describes the aberrant, unchecked growth of cells that leads to the development of a potentially malignant tumour. Neoplastic cells are characterised by rapid expansion. Malignancy is characterised by invasion and tissue destruction. Benign tumours, not neoplastic cancer, are described by cells that remain in their original place.