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joe

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Describe the significance of the HER2/neu cytology test.
 
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A cerebrovascular accident is an automobile accident caused by a stroke.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

This test, done on cancer cells, detects a gene that points to an aggressive type of breast, ovary, or bladder cancer. If the tumor is HER2/neu positive, the tumor may be resistant to certain drug therapies.

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FALSE
Explanation: A cerebrovascular accident is disruption or blockage of blood flow to the brain, which causes tissue death.


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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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