Which of the following pairs consists entirely of tumors that are malignant despite having names ending in the benign suffix '-oma'?
- A Glioma and meningioma
- B Hepatoma and osteoma
- C Melanoma and lymphoma ✓
- D Chondroma and seminoma
Correct answer: C. Melanoma and lymphoma
Explanation
Melanoma and lymphoma are fully malignant neoplasms despite the '-oma' suffix, a classic naming exception tested repeatedly in Indian exams. Meningioma, osteoma, chondroma are genuinely benign. Glioma is a mixed category since gliomas range from low-grade to highly malignant, so option A cannot be the answer. Hepatoma is an outdated term for hepatocellular carcinoma, but it is paired here with the benign osteoma to eliminate that option.
Reference: Robbins and Cotran Pathologic Basis of Disease, 10th ed.
High-yield for: NEET PGINI-CETNExTFMGEUSMLEPLABMRCP
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