Match the Descriptions/definitions with the Correct Oncology-Related Abbreviations

Match the descriptions/definitions with the correct oncology-related abbreviations.

-VEGF

A) promotes the growth of red blood cells
B) microscopic examination of living tissue for diagnosis of disease
C) unit of radiation equal to 1/100 of a rad
D) secreted by tumors to stimulate formation of new blood vessels
E) a biologic response modifier used in cancer treatment
F) spread of malignant cells to a distant site
G) infusion of undifferentiated blood cells into a patient to repopulate the bone marrow
H) protein factor that promotes growth of white blood cells
I) brachytherapy and teletherapy are examples
J) staging system for evaluating malignancies