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tumour suppressor gene
 
Definition:
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  A gene en coding a protein that suppresses tumour formation. A gene that normally prevents unlimited cell division. When both copies of the gene are lost or mutated the cell is transformed to a cancer phenotype. Examples are the P53, retinoblastoma and Wilm's tumour.  
     


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