Types of neuroendocrine tumors. Various types of neuroendocrine tumors can occur in many places in the body and grow differently. Many NETs first appear in the lungs or the gastrointestinal tract, including the stomach, pancreas, appendix, intestines, colon and rectum. NETs may also appear in the thymus, thyroid gland, adrenal gland and pituitary gland.
Ricin is a type of biological toxin that is predominantly derived from the bean of the castor plant. Log in to see link for more information. Ricin is a type of biological toxin that is predominantly derived from the bean of the castor plant. Log in to see link for more information.
1 Botox is a neurotoxin derived from Clostridium botulinum, an organism found in the natural environment where it is largely inactive and non-toxic. 2  Botulinum toxin is used to reduce fine lines and wrinkles by paralysing the underlying muscles.