AMACR stands for alpha-methylacyl-CoA racemase. It is a protein normally found inside specific cells in your body, including cells in the prostate gland, kidneys, liver, and colon. AMACR helps your body break down fats and other chemicals. In pathology, AMACR is important because some cancers produce significantly more of this protein than healthy cells, making …
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Racemase, also known as alpha-methylacyl-CoA racemase (AMACR) or P504S, is a protein produced by certain types of cells in the body. Pathologists use special tests to look for racemase in tissue samples because its presence or absence can help them make a diagnosis, particularly when examining conditions affecting the prostate gland. Although racemase is naturally …
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BAP1 stands for BRCA1 Associated Protein-1, a protein found inside cells throughout the body. It is located on chromosome 3 and acts as a tumor suppressor, meaning it helps prevent cells from growing uncontrollably and turning into cancer. Loss of BAP1 activity or expression in cells is often associated with certain aggressive cancers and can …
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SATB2 (Special AT-rich Sequence-Binding Protein 2) is a protein that plays an important role in controlling how specific genes are turned on and off. This protein helps cells grow and function normally by organizing the genetic information inside them. SATB2 is like a “manager”, ensuring specific genes work as needed. What types of normal cells …
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