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TUMOR SUPPRESSOR GENE

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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Tumor Suppressor Gene.

Tumor Suppressor Gene - as a noun

A suppressor gene that blocks unscheduled cell division

Example Sentences

"Mutations in tumor suppressor genes can lead to uncontrolled cell growth."
"One well-known tumor suppressor gene is TP53."
"Loss of function in tumor suppressor genes is often associated with cancer development."
"The BRCA1 gene is a tumor suppressor gene that helps prevent breast cancer."
"Researchers are studying the role of tumor suppressor genes in regulating cell cycle progression."
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