Gene or Genome
APC gene
APC ex·pres·sion
Subclass of:
Tumor Suppressor Genes
Definitions related to apc gene:
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This gene plays a role in signal transduction. It is involved in both adhesion and migration of cells.NCI ThesaurusU.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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(genes, apc) Tumor suppressor genes located in the 5q21 region on the long arm of human chromosome 5. The mutation of these genes is associated with familial adenomatous polyposis (ADENOMATOUS POLYPOSIS COLI) and GARDNER SYNDROME, as well as some sporadic colorectal cancers.NLM Medical Subject HeadingsU.S. National Library of Medicine, 2021
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