Exam Prep for Genetics | Channels for Pearson+

Skip to main content

My Courses

19. Cancer Genetics

19. Cancer Genetics

19. Cancer Genetics / Cancer Mutations / Problem 5

The silencing of the gene caused by hypermethylation of the TP53 gene promoter can result in:

ANSWERS OPTIONS

A

the loss of its tumor-suppressor function.

B

an increased risk of tumorigenesis.

C

uncontrolled cell proliferation and the formation of tumors.

D

all of the above.

Was this helpful?

Learn this concept