On what basis diagnosis of cancer is made?
Diagnosis of cancer: Blood and bone marrow tests are done for increased cell counts in case of leukaemia. Histopathological study or biopsy: In a biopsy, a piece of the suspected tissue cut into thin sections is stained and examined under a microscope by a pathologist. Radiography: X-rays are used to detect cancer of the internal organs Computed tomography: It uses X-rays to generate a three-dimensional internal image of an object. Resonance imaging: Non-ionising radiation and strong magnetic field are used in MRI to accurately detect pathological and physiological changes in the living tissue. Monoclonal antibodies: Antibodies against cancer-specific antigens are also used for the detection of certain cancers.
