Biochemistry
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Author: Mary K. Campbell, Shawn O. Farrell, Owen M. McDougal
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 24, Problem 62RE
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Interpretation:
The meaning of term PTEN and its relationship with cancer is to be explained.
Concept introduction:
The term PTEN stands for Phosphate and Tensin homolog.
More than a hundred types of cancer are known.
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