Breast Cancer Biomarkers
| Title: | Breast Cancer Biomarkers |
|---|---|
| Description: |
Drawing showing a breast cancer cell with estrogen receptor, progesterone receptor, and Ki-67 proteins inside the nucleus of the cell. Also shown is a HER2 protein on the surface of the cell. Breast cancer cells are usually tested for certain biomarkers, including estrogen receptors, progesterone receptors, and HER2, to help determine the stage of the cancer and plan treatment. Breast cancer cells may also be tested for the Ki-67 protein, which is found only in cells that are dividing. The results of this test may help predict how well the cancer will respond to certain treatments. |
| Topics/Categories: |
Anatomy -- Breast Cancer Types -- Breast Cancer Cells or Tissue -- Abnormal Cells or Tissue |
| Type: | Color, Medical Illustration (JPEG format) |
| Source: | National Cancer Institute |
| Creator: | Terese Winslow (Illustrator) |
| AV Number: | CDR816192 |
| Date Created: | August 19, 2024 |
| Date Added: | December 13, 2024 |
| Reuse Restrictions: |
Yes - This image is copyright protected. Any use of this image is subject to prevailing copyright laws. U.S. Government has reuse rights. Please contact the rights holder of this image for permission requests.
Rights holder: Terese Winslow Email: terese@teresewinslow.com |