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TP 53 polymorphisms and melanoma: A meta-analysis.
Journal of cancer research and therapeutics - 1 Jan 2000
He Ting, Wu Jinhu, Chen Yong, Zhang Junzhi
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: p53 is a tumor suppressor encoded by the TP53 gene. It is critical in activating deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) repair upon damage, and thus preserving genomic stability. TP53 is implicated in tumor progression. Melanoma results from transformed melanocytes in the skin. Data gathered on the association between the TP53 Arg72, Pro72 (rs1042522; G>C) polymorphism and melanoma are conflicting. AIMS: To...
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