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KWilfred

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on: Jun 25, 2018
Compare and contrast the action of tamoxifen versus aromatase inhibitors.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Give three examples of tumor-associated antigens in cancer screening and treatment monitoring.
 
  What will be an ideal response?


kescobar@64

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Both drugs are used for estrogen-receptor-positive tumors.
Tamoxifen is taken daily for 5 years and works by blocking estrogen receptors.
Aromatase inhibitors are taken daily and work by inhibiting the aromatase enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of androgenic steroids into estrogen; it is used for postmenopausal women.

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CEA, AFP, PSA, HCG


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