What Are Tumor Suppressor Genes?
| Title: | What Are Tumor Suppressor Genes? |
|---|---|
| Description: |
In normal cells, tumor suppressor genes prevent cancer by slowing or stopping cell growth. DNA changes that inactivate tumor suppressor genes can lead to uncontrolled cell growth and cancer. See also www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/understanding/what-is-cancer. |
| Topics/Categories: |
Cells or Tissue -- Abnormal Cells or Tissue Infographics -- Health Science and Technology -- Genetics |
| Type: | Color, Illustration (JPEG format) |
| Source: | National Cancer Institute (NCI) |
| Date Created: | January 15, 2020 |
| Date Added: | January 23, 2020 |
| Reuse Restrictions: | None - This image is in the public domain and can be freely reused. Please credit the source and, where possible, the creator listed above. |