When the immune system is involved in _____,an appraisal for cancer cells is occurring.

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Immunosurveillance is the immune system's ability to recognize and eliminate abnormal cells, including cancer cells. Therefore, when the immune system is involved in anticancer activity, such as identifying and destroying cancer cells, immunosurveillance is taking place. Malignant transformation (A) refers to the process of normal cells becoming cancerous, apoptosis (B) is programmed cell death, antineoplasia (C) is the use of medication to prevent or treat cancer, and immunosuppression (E) refers to the inhibition or suppression of the immune system's activity.

When the Immune System Is Involved in _____,An Appraisal for Cancer