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Epigenetics and Cancer

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What is the primary scientific approach that has enabled understanding the role of dysregulated epigenetic pathways in cancer?

Microscopy
Immunohistochemistry
Next generation sequencing (correct)
Flow cytometry

What is the term used to describe the alterations in epigenetic pathways that play a role in cancer development?

Epigenomic instability
Dysregulated epigenetic pathways (correct)
Epigenetic silencing
Chromatin remodeling

Which of these stages of cancer development are influenced by dysregulated epigenetic pathways?

Genesis
Progression
Metastasis
All of the above (correct)

What does 'epigenetic' mean in the context of cancer?

<p>Changes in gene expression that are not caused by alterations in DNA sequence (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do dysregulated epigenetic pathways contribute to cancer therapy?

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Dysregulated Epigenetic Pathways

Altered patterns of gene expression that can lead to diseases like cancer.

Cancer Genesis

The process by which normal cells transform into cancer cells.

Next Generation Sequencing (NGS)

Advanced technologies that allow rapid sequencing of DNA and RNA.

Cancer Development

The progression from initial cancer cell formation to advanced cancer stages.

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Therapy in Cancer

Treatment methods aimed at combating cancer, including surgery, chemotherapy, and targeted therapies.

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Study Notes

Epigenetic Dysregulation in Cancer

Dysregulated epigenetic pathways play a crucial role in cancer.
This role is largely due to advancements in next-generation sequencing technology.
These pathways are involved in both the development and treatment of cancer.

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