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A gene-wide investigation on polymorphisms in the ABCG2/BRCP transporter and susceptibility to colorectal cancer.
Mutation research - 14 Oct 2008
Campa Daniele, Pardini Barbara, Naccarati Alessio, Vodickova Ludmila, Novotny Jan, Försti Asta, Hemminki Kari, Barale Roberto, Vodicka Pavel, Canzian Federico
Abstract excerpt
ATP-binding cassette (ABC) transporters actively export a wide variety of molecules from cells, contributing to reduce the local cellular burden of toxic compounds. ABCG2/BCRP is abundantly expressed in epithelial cells of the intestine and colon. The expression and activity of this transporter in the gut differ between individuals, due at least in part to genetic polymorphisms, which may thus affect the risk of...
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