Definition for Tumor suppressor gene
From Biology Forums Dictionary
Revision as of 01:57, 20 July 2012 by Duddy (Talk | contribs) (Created page with "A tumor suppressor gene, or anti-oncogene, is a gene that protects a cell from one step on the path to cancer. When this gene is mutated to cause a loss or reduction in its f...")
A tumor suppressor gene, or anti-oncogene, is a gene that protects a cell from one step on the path to cancer. When this gene is mutated to cause a loss or reduction in its function, the cell can progress to cancer, usually in combination with other genetic changes.