Adenocarcinoma

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-000241",
  "term": "Adenocarcinoma",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A malignant tumor originating from glandular epithelial tissue. These cancers can develop in many organs, including the colon, breast, prostate, and lung, and are characterized by their ability to invade surrounding tissues and metastasize. Histopathological examination is used to confirm the diagnosis and classify the specific type of adenocarcinoma.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "epithelium",
    "tumor"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 717 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/adenocarcinoma/"
}