Tumor Suppressors

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What are tumor suppressors?

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Tumor suppressors are genes that help regulate cell growth and division, preventing the formation of tumors.

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What is the role of tumor suppressor genes?

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The role of tumor suppressor genes is to inhibit cell division, repair DNA mistakes, or initiate apoptosis if the cell is damaged.

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Name a well-known tumor suppressor gene.

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A well-known tumor suppressor gene is TP53, also known as p53.

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How do tumor suppressors prevent cancer?

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Tumor suppressors prevent cancer by controlling cell growth and division, repairing DNA errors, and initiating cell death if necessary.

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What happens if tumor suppressor genes are mutated?

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If tumor suppressor genes are mutated, they may lose their ability to control cell growth, leading to uncontrolled cell division and potentially cancer.