Proto-oncogene

Translation of "proto-oncogene" into Russian

Noun

proto-oncogene

proto-oncogenes pl

Primary biological term; a countable noun.

биол., генетика

The c-myc proto-oncogene plays a key role in cell proliferation.

Протоонкоген c-myc играет ключевую роль в пролиферации клеток.

Additional translations

прото-онкоген

вариант написания через дефис; биол., генетика

Adjective

proto-oncogene

Used attributively before another noun (e.g., proto-oncogene activation).

протоонкогенный

биол., генетика

Proto-oncogene activation can initiate tumor formation.

Протоонкогенная активация может инициировать формирование опухоли.

Additional translations

прото-онкогенный

вариант написания через дефис; биол., генетика

Noun

A normal gene that, when altered by mutation or increased expression, can become an oncogene and contribute to the development of cancer.

A point mutation converted the proto-oncogene into an oncogenic form, triggering unchecked cell division.

Adjective

Relating to, derived from, or characteristic of proto-oncogenes.

The team measured proto-oncogene activity to assess tumor aggressiveness.