cancer gene
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of cancer gene
First recorded in 1975–80
Example Sentences
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Most treatment strategies focus on blocking a frequently mutated cancer gene known as KRAS.
From Science Daily • Jan. 10, 2026
She said she tested negative for all of them, including BRCA, the most well-known breast cancer gene.
From New York Times • Mar. 13, 2024
The fake accounts also stated that the plant would expose residents to radioactive contamination and health risks, including cancer, gene mutation and deformities in newborns.
From Washington Times • Jun. 29, 2022
A dangerous breast cancer gene mutation changed my life.
From Washington Post • May 6, 2022
His laboratory pressed ahead with pioneering work developing gene therapy vectors and made key discoveries about cancer-causing genes such as the breast cancer gene BRCA1.
From Science Magazine • Apr. 26, 2018
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