Phrases with «cancerous mutations»

"Cancerous mutations" refers to changes or alterations in the DNA of cells that can lead to the development of cancer. These mutations cause the cells to grow and divide in an uncontrolled way, potentially forming tumors which can invade nearby tissues and spread to other parts of the body. Full definition

cancerous mutations

Sentences with «cancerous mutations»

Almost 30 years ago, scientists discovered that colon tumors in humans usually acquire cancerous mutations in a particular order, but they haven't been able to accurately model this in mice until now. (sciencedaily.com)
The first ever trial of reprogrammed stem cells is put on hold while scientists investigate whether the procedure caused a potentially cancerous mutation (newscientist.com)
Sampling both tumor and healthy tissues might provide a way to sort out truly cancerous mutations, the scientists report. (sciencenews.org)
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Phrases with «cancerous mutations»

Sentences with «cancerous mutations»

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