Why do you think the terms amplification and overexpression are used to describe epidermal growth factors?
What will be an ideal response?
Epidermal growth factors are required for normal cell growth, but too much growth factor contributes to tumorigenesis. The amount of epidermal growth factor produced depends on gene expression. An excessive amount of a growth factor is due to dysfunction at the genetic level. Amplification refers to a situation where there are too many copies of the gene, causing overproduction of the protein. Overexpression of a gene describes a situation where a gene makes too much of its particular protein due to a loss of normal controls.
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A. Emergency Medical Technician-Ambulance B. Emergency Medical System-Ambulance C. Emergency Medical System-Technician D. Emergency Medical Technician-System
A disability is defined as a physical limitation
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following is the trade name for fluorouracil?
A) 6-MP® B) FUDR® C) 5-FU® D) Gemzar®