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What is another word for Oncogenes?

Pronunciation: [ˈɒnkə͡ʊd͡ʒˌiːnz] (IPA)

Oncogenes are genes that have the potential to cause cancer when they undergo mutations or overexpression. There are several synonyms for the term "oncogenes", some of which include "tumor genes", "cancer-causing genes", "proto-oncogenes", and "transforming genes". Proto-oncogenes are normal genes that can turn into oncogenes when they undergo mutations or modifications, leading to uncontrolled cell growth. Transforming genes are oncogenes that can transform normal cells into cancer cells, while tumor genes and cancer-causing genes refer to the function of these genes in promoting tumor growth. All these terms refer to the same group of genes that are involved in the development and progression of cancer.
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What are the hypernyms for Oncogenes?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

  • Other hypernyms:

    Cancer Genes, Tumor Suppressor Genes, divisions, proto-oncogenes, Genes Involved in Cell Growth, Growth-Promoting Genes, Mutated Genes.

Related words: oncogenesis, oncogene, oncogene therapy, oncogenic cells, oncogenic cancer cells, oncogenic mutation, oncogene sequencing, cancer cell therapy

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