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Which one is termed as the "guardian of the genome"?
Which one is termed as the "guardian of the genome"?
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This protein plays a key role in preventing cancer.
Updated On: Mar 30, 2025
- p21
- p27
- p53
- Rb protein
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The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
The p53 protein is a crucial tumor suppressor that monitors DNA integrity, halts cell division if damage is detected, and triggers apoptosis if the damage is irreparable. This prevents cancerous mutations.
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