NEETZoologyHuman Health and Diseases
What is the purpose of immunotherapy in cancer treatment?
Options
- ATo avoid detection and destruction of tumor cells by the immune system
- BTo help in destroying the tumor by activating the immune system
- CTo increase the survival rate of the patient
- DTo reduce the side effects of chemotherapy
Correct answer
B. To help in destroying the tumor by activating the immune system
Step-by-step solution
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