Search: progesterone receptor positive (PR+)

progesterone receptor positive (PR+)

Breast cancer cells that have a receptor protein to which progesterone will attach. Breast cancer cells that are PR+ depend on the hormone progesterone to grow….

oestrogen receptor positive (ER+)

Breast cancer cells that have a receptor protein to which oestrogen will attach. Breast cancer cells that are ER+ depend on the hormone oestrogen to grow….

progesterone

A hormone produced by the ovaries that prepares the lining of the uterus (endometrium) for pregnancy. Also used as a hormone treatment….

News: Smoke free schools and hospitals a positive step towards statewide smoke free public space

…Jeff Dunn commended the Minister for bringing in the new bans, but urged the State Government to take stronger action on smoking to promote public health. “Smoke free spaces will protect people from the harmful effects of smoking, encourage more…

HER2

Human epidermal growth factor receptor 2. A type of protein found on most cells in the human body.

News: Arthur thanks volunteers for support

…their arrival at the lodge, but say they’ve been continually impressed by every aspect of this “home away from home.” Arthur is currently being treated for prostate cancer, but has proved himself to be a fighter over the years having…