HOSA Dental Terminology Practice

Which type of tumor usually takes the form of a grandular tissue growth?

1. Granuloma

2. Hemangioma

3. Lymphoma

4. Lymphangioma

The correct answer is: Granuloma

The type of tumor that usually takes the form of a glandular tissue growth is a granuloma. Granulomas are small areas of inflammation in tissue, often resulting from a response to infection, inflammation, or foreign material. They are characterized by the formation of organized structures that resemble glandular tissue but do not function like glands. This is evident in conditions such as sarcoidosis or certain infections, where the immune system attempts to isolate pathogens or irritants. Granulomas are formed by the accumulation of macrophages that transform into epithelioid cells, leading to organized growth that can mimic glandular structures, which is why they fit the description. In contrast, hemangiomas are benign tumors made up of blood vessels, lymphomas are cancers originating from lymphatic tissue, and lymphangiomas are benign tumors of the lymphatic vessels. Each of these tumors has a distinct composition and does not typically present as glandular tissue growth like granulomas do.