Question

What is lymphoma?

Options

• Cancer involving the lymphatic tissues

• Cancer arising from epithelial tissues

• Cancer arising from connective tissues like bone

• Cancer of blood-forming tissues with abnormal red blood cells

Answer 1

Lymphoma is a major type of cancer that specifically affects the lymphatic tissues and lymph nodes. The lymphatic system is crucial for immune function, making lymphomas particularly significant in terms of affecting the body's defence mechanisms.