Tumor initiation
Encyclopedia
Tumor initiation is a process in which normal cells are changed so that they are able to form tumor
s. It is the first phase in tumor development. Substances that cause cancer
can be tumor initiators.
Tumor
A tumor or tumour is commonly used as a synonym for a neoplasm that appears enlarged in size. Tumor is not synonymous with cancer...
s. It is the first phase in tumor development. Substances that cause cancer
Cancer
Cancer , known medically as a malignant neoplasm, is a large group of different diseases, all involving unregulated cell growth. In cancer, cells divide and grow uncontrollably, forming malignant tumors, and invade nearby parts of the body. The cancer may also spread to more distant parts of the...
can be tumor initiators.
External links
- Tumor initiation entry in the public domain NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms