Growth of New Blood Vessels in and Around Tumors Is

Question

Growth of new blood vessels in and around tumors is called
A) invasiveness.
B) angiogenesis.
C) metastasis.
D) dedifferentiation.
E) apoptosis.

Accepted Answer

Angiogenesis is the process of new blood vessel formation. In tumors, angiogenesis is an important characteristic as it allows the tumor to gain access to nutrients and oxygen for survival and growth.