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Oncogenes

Genes capable of causing a normal cell to convert to a cancerous cell.

Mutated or overexpressed proto-oncogenes (e.g., RAS, MYC) that drive uncontrolled proliferation. Counterbalanced in normal cells by tumor suppressor genes.

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  • Advanced Nutrition and Human Metabolism, 8th ed. (Gropper) — Glossary

    Mutated or overexpressed proto-oncogenes (e.g., RAS, MYC) that drive uncontrolled proliferation. Counterbalanced in normal cells by tumor suppressor genes.

Related terms

Mutation