Article
MutS homologues hMSH4 and hMSH5: diverse functional implications in humans.
Frontiers in bioscience : a journal and virtual library - 1 Jan 2007
Her Chengtao, Zhao Nianxi, Wu Xiling, Tompkins Joshua D
Abstract excerpt
The DNA mismatch repair (MMR) pathway is one of the most critical genome surveillance systems for governing faithful transmission of genetic information during DNA replication. The functional necessity of this pathway in humans is partially reflected by the tight link between MMR gene mutations and the development of hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer. Increasing evidence has suggested a broad involvement...
Topics
- Cell Cycle Proteins
- DNA Breaks, Double-Stranded
- DNA Repair
- Genetic Variation
- Humans
