BAP1 Gene: Regulating Mesothelioma
Key takeaways: The BAP1 gene encodes for a variety of regulatory proteins and processes, andis considered an antitumor gene. Mesothelioma onset is associated with a BAP1 mutation, eitherinherited (called a germline mutation) or caused by ingested asbestos. A BAP1 mutation allowsmesothelioma cells to proliferate and spread, virtually unchecked. Although there isn’t a way toreverse a […]
