We discussed in the first week that tumors form and progress through a buildup of mutations; yet this week, we learned that certain mutations in a single protein are strongly correlated with particular tumors (for instance, K-ras in pancreatic cancer). What are the potential explanations for this apparent discrepancy?
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This means that multiple genetic alterations can occur over time, leading to the development and progression of a tumor. However, in some cases, certain mutations in a single protein can be strongly correlated with particular tumors. This means that a specific Show more…
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