Pharmacy Practice MCQ

Pharmacy Practice MCQ, in this article we will solve, Practice MCQ on the topic, Principles of Cancer. Read following article for your reference.

Principles of Cancer

Which type of cancer originates in epithelial cells?

A) Sarcoma

B) Carcinoma

C) Leukemia

D) Lymphoma

 

Which cancer type originates in connective tissues?

A) Carcinoma

B) Leukemia

C) Sarcoma

D) Myeloma

 

What is the primary site classification of cancer?

A) Based on the tissue type

B) Based on the location of the primary tumor

C) Based on the genetic mutations

D) Based on the patient’s age

 

Which system is used to classify cancer based on tumor size, lymph node involvement, and metastasis?

A) ABC Classification

B) TNM Classification

C) XYZ Classification

D) PQR Classification

 

What does the ‘M’ in TNM Classification stand for?

A) Metastasis

B) Mutation

C) Mitosis

D) Myeloma

 

Which gene mutation is commonly associated with an increased risk of breast and ovarian cancer?

A) TP53

B) BRCA1/BRCA2

C) KRAS

D) EGFR

 

Which of the following is a known carcinogen?

A) Vitamin C

B) Asbestos

C) Water

D) Oxygen

 

Which virus is linked to cervical cancer?

A) Hepatitis B

B) Epstein-Barr Virus

C) Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

D) HIV

 

Which bacteria is associated with an increased risk of stomach cancer?

A) Escherichia coli

B) Helicobacter pylori

C) Streptococcus pneumoniae

D) Staphylococcus aureus

 

Which lifestyle factor is NOT associated with an increased risk of cancer?

A) Smoking

B) High-fat diet

C) Regular physical activity

D) Excessive alcohol consumption

 

What is the process of programmed cell death called?

A) Necrosis

B) Apoptosis

C) Angiogenesis

D) Metastasis

 

Which term describes the formation of new blood vessels to supply a tumor?

A) Apoptosis

B) Angiogenesis

C) Metastasis

D) Proliferation

 

What is the primary characteristic of cancer cells?

A) Controlled cell growth

B) Uncontrolled cell proliferation

C) Normal cell differentiation

D) Limited lifespan

 

Which gene type, when mutated, can lead to uncontrolled cell growth?

A) Oncogenes

B) Tumor suppressor genes

C) Housekeeping genes

D) Structural genes

 

What is the process by which cancer cells spread to other parts of the body?

A) Angiogenesis

B) Apoptosis

C) Metastasis

D) Differentiation

 

Which component is NOT part of the tumor microenvironment?

A) Immune cells

B) Fibroblasts

C) Extracellular matrix

D) Neurons

 

Which type of cancer originates in blood-forming tissues?

A) Carcinoma

B) Sarcoma

C) Leukemia

D) Lymphoma

 

Which factor is NOT a known cause of genetic mutations leading to cancer?

A) UV radiation

B) Tobacco smoke

C) Regular exercise

D) Inherited genetic mutations

 

Which stage of cancer is characterized by the spread to distant organs?

A) Stage I

B) Stage II

C) Stage III

D) Stage IV

 

Which virus is associated with liver cancer?

A) Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

B) Hepatitis B and C

C) Epstein-Barr Virus

D) HIV

 

Which process allows cancer cells to avoid programmed cell death?

A) Angiogenesis

B) Apoptosis

C) Metastasis

D) Evasion of apoptosis

 

What is the role of tumor suppressor genes?

A) Promote cell growth

B) Inhibit cell growth

C) Repair DNA damage

D) Both B and C

 

Which type of cancer originates in the lymphatic system?

A) Carcinoma

B) Sarcoma

C) Leukemia

D) Lymphoma

 

Which lifestyle change can reduce the risk of cancer?

A) Smoking cessation

B) Increased alcohol consumption

C) High-fat diet

D) Sedentary lifestyle

 

Which term describes the genetic instability seen in cancer cells?

A) Genomic stability

B) Genomic instability

C) Genetic equilibrium

D) Genetic homeostasis

 

Which cancer type is most commonly associated with asbestos exposure?

A) Lung cancer

B) Skin cancer

C) Breast cancer

D) Prostate cancer

 

Which factor is NOT typically involved in the pathogenesis of cancer?

A) DNA mutations

B) Uncontrolled cell proliferation

C) Normal cell cycle regulation

D) Angiogenesis

 

Which of the following is a hallmark of cancer?

A) Controlled cell growth

B) Avoidance of apoptosis

C) Limited replicative potential

D) Normal tissue architecture

 

Which gene is commonly mutated in many types of cancer and is known as the “guardian of the genome”?

A) BRCA1

B) TP53

C) KRAS

D) EGFR

 

Which type of cancer is characterized by the presence of abnormal plasma cells in the bone marrow?

A) Carcinoma

B) Sarcoma

C) Leukemia

D) Myeloma

 

For more regular updates you can visit our social media accounts,

Instagram: Follow us

Facebook: Follow us

WhatsApp: Join us

Telegram: Join us

Leave a Comment