Cancer Pathophysiology credit:

3 Hours

Abnormalities that occur at the molecular and cellular level manifest as pathologies affecting the onset and progression of various forms of cancer. This course focuses on the pathophysiology of common human cancers and the genetic and environmental factors that influence malignant invasion and metastasis. The involvement of these biological factors in cancer development, diagnosis, prevention, and management will be examined throughout the course integrating basic science and clinical aspects central to oncology. 3 undergraduate hours. 3 graduate hours. Prerequisite: MCB 252 ; MCB 354 or MCB 450 or consent of instructor.