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tumor suppressor gene |
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tumor suppressor gene [¦tüm·ər sə′pres·ər jēn] (cell and molecular biology) A class of genes which, when mutated, predispose an individual to cancer by causing the loss of function of the particular tumor suppressor protein encoded by the gene. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The circadian gene Period2 plays an important role in tumor suppression and DNA damage response in vivo. MicroRNAs have been shown to be involved in the most important cellular processes including apoptosis, and this study helps us better understand their important role in the tumor suppression mechanism. to retain all the benefits of tumor suppression and yet dispense with all the downsides of having p53. |
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