5 Questions
What is the primary function of proto-oncogenes?
To regulate cell growth and division
How do oncogenes differ from proto-oncogenes?
Oncogenes promote uncontrolled cell growth, while proto-oncogenes regulate it
Which of the following statements is true regarding inherited cancer syndromes?
A small number of cancer syndromes are linked to inherited oncogene changes
Which of the following statements is true regarding the acquisition of oncogene mutations?
Most oncogene mutations are acquired during a person's lifetime
What is the analogy used in the text to describe the function of proto-oncogenes and oncogenes?
Proto-oncogenes are like a gas pedal, and oncogenes are like a stuck gas pedal
Test your understanding of proto-oncogenes and oncogenes, genes that play a crucial role in cell growth and division. Learn how mutations can lead to the development of cancer and the differences between normal gene function and oncogene function.
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