Which of the following is true about carcinoid tumor?

A. Occurs along structures derived from foregut

B. Presentation is hypeension and diaphoresis

C. Intestinal carcinoids are of high malignant potential

D. Best diagnosed by elevated urinary vanillymandelic acid levels

Correct Answer: Occurs along structures derived from foregut

Description: Mc site for Carcinoid tumor = GI tract>Lungs (Bronchus) Option B = Presentation is hypeension & diaphoresis (it is not True because presentation of Carcinoid tumor is usually secretory diarrhea) Option D = Best Dx by elevated urinary Vanillylmandelic Acid levels. (No, it is done for Neuroblastomas)

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