Phrases with «fusion gene»

A "fusion gene" is a gene that forms when two separate genes join together. This can happen when there are changes in the DNA of cells. It can lead to different proteins being made, which can affect how cells work and potentially cause diseases. Full definition

gene (parent phrase)
fusion (parent phrase)

fusion gene

Related phrases

gene fusions

Sentences with «fusion gene»

«These results indicate the NTRK fusion genes might be very potent drivers of cancer development that have the ability to generate tumors with few other mutations,» said co-corresponding author Suzanne Baker, Ph.D., a member of the St. Jude Department of Developmental Neurobiology. (stjude.org)
The researchers believe this mastermind fusion gene will help describe for some patients why the tumor has developed, and better predict patient outcome. (sciencedaily.com)
Scientists used the CRISPR tool to replace cancer - causing fusion genes with cancer - fighting genes in mice. (techtimes.com)
(see all sentences)

Phrases with «fusion gene»

Related phrases

Sentences with «fusion gene»

See also