Testicular Cancer Flashcards

1
Q

5% of GCTs arise in extragonadal locations ?

A

Mediastinum
RetroPeritoneum
Pineal gland

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2
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Strongest risk factors of testicular GCTs?

A

Prior history
Crytorchidism
History of testicular germ cell neoplasia insitu

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3
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Cell of origin for GCTS?

A

Primordial germ cell

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4
Q

Gene associated with testicular GCT risk?

A

KITLG( kit ligand) on chromosome 12

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