Polymorphism of TP53 codon 72 and the risk of cervical cancer among Korean women

Authors :: Kim, Jae Weon
Roh, Ju Won
Park, Noh Hyun
Song, Yong Sang
Kang, Soon Beom
Lee, Hyo Pyo
Source :: American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Jan, 2001, Vol. 184 Issue 1-2, p55, 4 p.
Publication Year :: 2001
Abstract: The genetic polymorphism of the p53 gene that codes arginine at position 72 does not appear to increase the risk of cervical cancer, according to a study of 334 Korean women. The p53 gene is a tumor suppresser gene.

Subjects :: Tumor suppressor genes -- Health aspects
Genetic polymorphisms -- Health aspects
Cervical cancer -- Risk factors
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