“I want to understand my tests and scans.”

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1. Q1.According to this article, is there a single test that can diagnose cancer?

   AYes, a single blood test confirms cancerBNo; doctors usually put together several tests to reach a diagnosisCYes, an X-ray alone is enoughDYes, a physical exam alone is enough

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2. Q2.According to this article, can a single imaging test diagnose cancer by itself?

   ANo — scans are used together with lab tests and, in most cases, a biopsyBYes — one scan is always enoughCYes — but only an MRI canDNo — imaging tests are never used for cancer

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3. Q3.According to this article, how does a CT scan create its pictures?

   AIt uses special X-ray equipment and a computer to make detailed pictures in thin slicesBIt uses a powerful magnet and radio wavesCIt uses high-energy sound wavesDIt uses a small amount of radioactive sugar

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4. Q4.According to this article, what is an important caveat about abnormal lab results?

   AAbnormal results are not a sure sign of cancer, and normal results are possible even when cancer is presentBAbnormal results always mean cancer is presentCLab tests can diagnose cancer entirely on their ownDNormal results guarantee a person is healthy

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5. Q5.According to this article, why is a biopsy so often the deciding test for cancer?

   AIt lets a pathologist look directly at the cells, which scans and lab tests usually cannot confirm on their ownBIt is the fastest test availableCIt never requires any anesthesiaDIt replaces the need for a pathology report

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6. Q6.According to this article, what does the stage of a cancer describe?

   AThe extent of a cancer, such as how large the tumor is and whether it has spreadBThe exact medicine used to treat itCHow long a person has had symptomsDThe color of the tumor under a microscope

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