Asked by Brittney Williams on May 22, 2024

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A tumor derived from argentaffin cells in the intestinal tract,bile duct,pancreas,bronchus,or ovary is:

A) neoplasm.
B) anaplasia.
C) neuroblastoma.
D) carcinoid.

Argentaffin Cells

Specialized cells found in the gut and elsewhere, containing granules that can bind silver stains, involved in hormone production.

Carcinoid

A type of slow-growing cancer that can arise in several places throughout the body, most commonly in the gastrointestinal tract.

Neuroblastoma

A type of cancer arising from undeveloped nerve cells, predominantly found in various parts of the body and affecting children more frequently.

  • Determine the various kinds of tumors by examining their origin and cell structure.
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Krutika ChordiaMay 29, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The description provided suggests a carcinoid tumor, which arises from the argentaffin cells in various locations such as the intestine, bile ducts, pancreas, bronchi, and ovaries. Neoplasm refers to any abnormal growth of cells and anaplasia refers to the degree of differentiation of tumor cells. Neuroblastoma is a tumor of the sympathetic nervous system that arises in children.