P53 gene

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p53, also known as a tumour supressor protein, is a gene coding for a protein that helps regulate normal cell growth and multiplication[1]. This protein is found in the nucleus of all cells in the human body.This gene plays a critical role in suppressing tumours by inhibiting the division and growth of damaged cells, without which cancer would occur[2].

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