In some types of colon cancer, stem cells have a mutation in the APC gene. What happens if the APC gene is mutated? Select all that apply. Cells will accumulate. Cells cannot enter anaphase and they stop dividing. It mutates the tumor- suppressor activity and stops tumor growth. Cells can't differentiate.

In some types of colon cancer, stem cells have a mutation in the APC gene. What happens if the APC gene is mutated? Select all that apply. Cells will accumulate. Cells cannot enter anaphase and they stop dividing. It mutates the tumor- suppressor activity and stops tumor growth. Cells can't differentiate.

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ISBN:9781305112100

Author:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan

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Chapter22: Genes And Disease: Cancer

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