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Pathology G.I.T. 5b466c56

Most common site for carcinoid tumor is?

A
Pituitary
B
Pancreas
C
Small intestine
D
Lungs
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Small intestine * Carcinoid tumors arise from the neuroendocrine cells (Argentaffin cells or Kulchitsky cells). The majority are found in GI tract, and more than 40% in small intestine (jejunum & ileum). The tracheobronchial tree and lungs are the next common sites involved.

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