Neoplasm (Tumor)

"Tumor" is not a specific molecular target or receptor but a general term for abnormal tissue growth. Tumors are classified based on molecular characteristics, histology, tissue type, or anatomic origin. Modern cancer research focuses on molecular classification of tumors to develop targeted therapies. These classifications include cell-of-origin patterns, genetic mutations, protein expression, and other molecular features that help determine appropriate treatment strategies. Molecular classification has revealed similarities among histologically or anatomically related cancer types, providing a basis for focused pan-cancer analyses and therapeutic development.

Other names

CancerNeoplasiaMalignancyGrowth

Blocking formation of new blood vessels; Attacking specific proteins on cancer cell surfaces; Disrupting cell signals; Disrupting normal cell functions