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Ans. is 'd' i.e., Seen in teratoma o Psammoma bodies represent a process of dystrophic calcification. o Single necrotic cells may constitute seed crystals that become encrusted by the mineral deposits. The progressive acquisition of outer layers may create lamellated configurations, called psammoma bodies because of their resemblance to grains of sand. o Psammoma bodies are seen in : papillary cancer of thyroid, meningioma, papillary serous cystadenocarcinoma of ovary.
Seen in meningioma
Concentric whorled appearance
Contains Calcium deposits
Seen in teratoma