A protein that helps increase the bone marrow production of certain white blood cells called neutrophils, which fight infection.

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

A network of cells and organs that defends the body against attacks by foreign invaders, such as bacteria and viruses.

Abnormal cells in the lobes of the breast.

A network of capillaries ducts and nodes that removes excess fluid from tissues, absorbs fatty acids and transports fat, and produces immune cells….

Cancerous. Malignant cells spread and can eventually cause death if they are not treated….

When a malignant tumour is surgically removed some surrounding tissue will be removed with it. If this surrounding tissue does not contain any cancer cells it is said to be a clear margin….

One of the three types of cells that make up the skin’s epidermis. Melanocytes produce melanin….

A specialised surgical procedure for removing skin cancers little by little until only healthy cells remain. Also called microscopically controlled excision….

The original cancer. Cells from the primary cancer may break away and be carried to other parts of the body, where secondary cancers may form….