Molecular Genetics — Flashcards

The CCND1 proto-oncogene encodes for the cell cycle regulator _____, which stimulates cell cycle progression.

Which tumor suppressor genes are associated with tuberous sclerosis?_____

What class of enzymes cleaves nucleotides at the ends of a DNA strand? _____

What gene is defective in X-linked muscular dystrophy (e.g. Duchenne, Becker)? _____

Which gene of embryogenesis is involved in patterning along the anteroposterior axis and CNS development?_____

_____ describes the presence of genetically distinct cell lines in the same individual

What type of oncogene is c-MYC, N-MYC, L-MYC?_____

What class of diseases is characterized by anticipation?_____

What genetic phenomenon is associated with tuberous sclerosis? _____

MEN1 is a tumor suppressor gene that encodes _____, a tumor suppressor protein