oncoproteins

[US]/ˌɒnkəʊˈprəʊtiːn/
[UK]/ˌɑːŋkoʊˈproʊtiːn/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a type of protein associated with the development of tumors

Phrases & Collocations

oncoprotein expression

oncoprotein activity

oncoprotein regulation

oncoprotein function

oncoprotein interaction

oncoprotein signaling

oncoprotein synthesis

oncoprotein levels

oncoprotein gene

oncoprotein marker

Example Sentences

oncoproteins play a crucial role in cancer development.

researchers are studying the effects of oncoproteins on cell signaling.

targeting oncoproteins could lead to new cancer therapies.

oncoproteins can disrupt normal cellular processes.

the identification of specific oncoproteins is essential for diagnosis.

oncoproteins are often associated with tumor growth and metastasis.

understanding oncoprotein functions can improve treatment strategies.

some oncoproteins act as transcription factors in cancer cells.

oncoproteins can be potential biomarkers for cancer detection.

therapies targeting oncoproteins are being developed worldwide.

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