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defined:
A gene that is capable of causing the transformation of normal cells into cancer cells.
explained:
Listen to a detailed explanation. (Requires the free RealPlayer download) Dr. Lawrence Brody, of the National Human Genome Research Institute's Genetic and Molecular Biology Branch, defines oncogene.
relatedterms:
cancer, gene, protein, tumor suppressor gene
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