Non-small cell carcinoma is a term used to describe a group of cancers made up of large cells. This term is usually applied to cancers that start in the lungs, however, it is also occasionally used for cancers that start in other parts of the body. Cancers in this group account for approximately 85% of …
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What does myxoid mean? In pathology, the term myxoid is used to describe tissue that contains a large concentration of complex sugars called mucopolysaccharides. These sugars give the tissue a gelatinous consistency and make the tissue appear light blue when stained with hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) and examined under the microscope. Is myxoid tissue normal? No. …
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In medicine, the term benign describes something that is not cancerous. Most often, it refers to growths or tumors that do not spread or invade other parts of the body. Pathologists, who are doctors specialized in examining tissues and cells, use the word benign to indicate that a particular growth or tissue sample does not …
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Carcinoma is a type of cancer that begins in epithelial cells. Epithelial cells are specialized cells that line the surfaces of your body, both inside and out. For example, epithelial cells form your skin, line your digestive tract, and cover the surfaces of organs like your lungs, breasts, and prostate. Carcinomas can start in any …
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In pathology, the term tumour describes an abnormal growth of cells in the body. Normally, cells grow and divide in a controlled way. However, tumour cells multiply uncontrollably, forming a lump or mass. Tumours can develop anywhere in your body and can vary significantly in their appearance and behaviour. How are tumours categorized? Tumours are …
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