Asked by Elvira Mendoza on May 16, 2024
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Hodgkin disease starts in the lymphatic tissue.
Hodgkin Disease
A type of lymphoma, which is a cancer originating from white blood cells called lymphocytes, characterized by the presence of distinctive Reed-Sternberg cells.
Lymphatic Tissue
An essential component of the immune system, consisting of organs and dispersed cells that produce and transport lymphocytes to help fight infection and disease.
- Recognize and discern among different tumor categories and their specific characteristics.
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Elizabeth GardnerMay 23, 2024
Final Answer :
True
Explanation :
Hodgkin disease is a type of lymphoma that begins in the lymphatic tissue, specifically in the white blood cells known as lymphocytes.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize and discern among different tumor categories and their specific characteristics.