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Definition of Staging

Staging: In regard to cancer, the process of doing examinations and tests to learn the extent of the cancer, especially whether it has metastasized (spread) from its original site to other parts of the body.

Source: MedTerms™ Medical Dictionary
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Last Editorial Review: 10/16/2004

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