cancer development

What Are the Key Steps in Cancer Development?


Cancer development typically involves multiple stages: initiation, promotion, and progression. During initiation, a carcinogen induces permanent genetic changes. The promotion stage involves the selective growth of these initiated cells. Finally, during progression, further genetic alterations lead to the formation of malignant tumors. Understanding these steps helps toxicologists develop strategies to interrupt the carcinogenic process.

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