Nuclear cytoplasmic ratio in malignant cells is________________?

Correct answer: C. 1 : 1

  • A. 1 : 6
  • B. 1 : 5
  • C. 1 : 1
  • D. 6 : 4

Explanation

Malignant cells have enlarged nuclei with relatively scant cytoplasm, causing the nuclear-cytoplasmic ratio to approach 1:1. A normal cell commonly has a much lower ratio, approximately 1:6.

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