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What is
anaplastic large cell lymphoma
?Pronunciation: /ˌænəˈplæstɪk lɑrʤ sɛl lɪmˈfoʊmə/
anaplastic large cell lymphoma
Definition
An aggressive (fast-growing) type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma that is usually of the T-cell type. The cancer cells express a marker called CD30 or Ki-1 on the surface, and may appear in the lymph nodes, skin, bones, soft tissues, lungs, or liver. Also called ALCL.