Genetics
p53
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Get access- Located on chromosome 17
- Tumour suppressor gene
- Encodes a 53 kDa protein
- Holds the cell cycle in G1 phase to allow repair of DNA before mitosis
- Stimulated by ionising radiation
- Defects are associated with childhood and adult tumours
- Li Fraumeni syndrome: autosomal dominant syndrome of childhood and adult tumours