23.3 Circadian Rhythm Disruption and Cancer
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23.3 Circadian Rhythm Disruption and Cancer

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What is the definition of chronodisruption?

  • A type of cancer that affects the circadian rhythm
  • A relevant disturbance of the circadian organization of physiology, endocrinology, metabolism, and behavior (correct)
  • A biological process that regulates the sleep-wake cycle
  • A hormonal imbalance caused by night shift work

    • What is the effect of nightshift work on the risk of metabolic syndrome and diabetes?

  • It decreases the risk
  • It increases the risk (correct)
  • It is still unknown
  • It has no effect

    • What is the relationship between the circadian clock and the cell cycle?

  • The circadian clock and cell cycle are two separate processes
  • The circadian clock has no effect on the cell cycle
  • The circadian clock influences cell cycle synchronization (correct)
  • The cell cycle is controlled by the circadian clock

    • What is the effect of circadian disruption on cancer cells?

    <p>It accelerates cell division</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the circadian clock and cancer?

    <p>Shift work that involves circadian disruption is probably carcinogenic to humans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of social cues, activity, light, and meal timing on the circadian rhythm?

    <p>They can affect the circadian rhythm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a probable consequence of shift work that involves circadian disruption?

    <p>It is probably carcinogenic to humans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of melatonin in the context of chronodisruption?

    <p>It is a key biological intermediary between light and the development of cancers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do cancer cells want to divide faster than the circadian clock allows?

    <p>To overcome the regulation of the cell cycle by the circadian clock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of the circadian clock and cell cycle being out of sync in cancer cells?

    <p>Development of certain cancers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the pattern of the cell cycle in relation to the circadian phases?

    <p>The cell cycle follows the circadian phases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of nightshift work on the risk of certain diseases?

    <p>It increases the risk of certain cancers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Chronodisruption and Health

    • Chronodisruption refers to disturbances in the body's natural circadian rhythm, affecting various physiological processes.
    • Nightshift work is associated with increased risk of metabolic syndrome and diabetes due to altered hormonal balance and insulin sensitivity.
    • Circadian clock influences the cell cycle, with specific phases aligned to time-of-day cues, impacting cellular processes like division and DNA repair.

    Circadian Disruption and Cancer

    • Circadian disruption can lead to abnormal behavior in cancer cells, enhancing tumor growth and malignancy.
    • Cancer cells often proliferate faster than the circadian cycle permits, leading to uncontrollable growth and development.
    • When the circadian clock and the cell cycle are misaligned in cancer cells, it results in increased genomic instability and cancer progression.

    Factors Influencing Circadian Rhythm

    • Social cues, physical activity, light exposure, and meal timing play critical roles in regulating circadian rhythms, impacting overall health.
    • Shift work disrupts natural circadian rhythms, potentially leading to long-term health issues.

    Melatonin and Chronodisruption

    • Melatonin is a hormone that regulates sleep-wake cycles; it plays a crucial role in mitigating effects of chronodisruption, especially in shift workers.

    Health Implications of Circadian Misalignment

    • Circadian misalignment can lead to various health problems, including cardiovascular diseases, obesity, and mood disorders, due to sustained hormonal and metabolic disruptions.

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    Test your knowledge on chronodisruption, a disturbance of the body's internal clock, and its link to cancer, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome. Learn how social cues, activity, light, meal timing, and nightshift work can affect our biological rhythms. Discover the role of melatonin in this process.

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