Which of the following statements about HER2 is incorrect?

A. A mutation can lead to an overproduction of HER2 on cells.
B. It is a protein associated with the receptor for epidermal growth factor (EGF).
C. Cells that produce too much HER2 can become cancerous.
D. Cells that overproduce HER2 are killed preferentially by the immune system when monoclonal antibodies are given therapeutically.
E. Most colon cancers have excess copies of this protein on their cells.


Answer: E

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