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- Kaposi's sarcomaA cancer of the cells that line the walls of the blood vessels (endothelial cells). Widespread lesions develop on the skin, in the mouth, lymph nodes and internal organs such as the lung, liver and spleen. It is commonly, but not always, found in people who are HIV (Human Immunodeficiency(...)
- KeratinocytesType of flat skin cells that cover the outer layer of the skin. Also called squamous cells. Many cancers are squamous cell cancer.
- Kidney function (kidney function tests)Blood tests to see how well the kidneys are working.
- Kidney (kidneys)There are two kidneys, right and left. They filter waste products out of the blood and make urine. The kidneys are very sensitive to blood flow and to some drugs. Doctors often take blood tests to check how well the kidneys are working.
- KRAS gene mutationKRAS gene mutations are found at high rates in colon cancer, pancreatic cancer, lung cancer and leukaemias. Studies show that colorectal tumours that express the KRAS gene mutation do not respond to the epidermal growth factor inhibiting drugs cetuximab (Erbitux) or panitumumab (Vectibix).