| Literature DB >> 30696697 |
Andrew J Colebatch1, Alexander Dobrovic2,3,4,5, Wendy A Cooper6,7,8.
Abstract
In this review, we summarise the function and structure of telomerase reverse transcriptase (TERT) in humans, including its regulation. The dysregulation of telomerase through TERT promoter mutations across a range of cancers is discussed. The molecular mechanism activated by TERT promoter mutations is outlined. Finally, the timing of TERT promoter mutations during carcinogenesis is reviewed in the context of their potential utility as clinical biomarkers of malignant transformation. © Author(s) (or their employer(s)) 2019. No commercial re-use. See rights and permissions. Published by BMJ.Entities:
Keywords: cancer; cancer genetics; cancer research
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Year: 2019 PMID: 30696697 DOI: 10.1136/jclinpath-2018-205653
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Clin Pathol ISSN: 0021-9746 Impact factor: 3.411