Neuroendocrine tumour cell, illustration - stock illustration

Neuroendocrine tumour (NET) cell, illustration. Neuroendocrine cells are found throughout the body. They secrete hormones that control many physiological processes. Neuroendocrine tumours, which arise from these cells, are rare and can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). The tumours are usually slow-growing. Treatment depends on the type of NET