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TERT: Definition

TERT is a gene that provides instructions for making part of an enzyme called telomerase. Telomerase helps maintain structures called telomeres, which protect the ends of chromosomes. TERT is considered a biomarker. A biomarker is a measurable feature in a tumour, such as a gene change, that helps doctors understand how a cancer behaves and …
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What is immunophenotyping?

Immunophenotyping is a laboratory method used to identify and classify cells based on the proteins they express on their surface or inside the cell. These proteins act like molecular “name tags” that help pathologists determine what type of cell is present, where it came from, and whether it is normal or abnormal. Immunophenotyping is most …
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CD10: Definition

CD10 is a protein found on the surface of certain cells in the body. In pathology, it is used as an immunohistochemical (IHC) marker — a specialized laboratory stain applied to tissue samples that highlights cells containing this protein. Pathologists use CD10 as part of a panel of markers to identify which cell types are …
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What is MYC?

MYC is a gene that provides instructions for making the MYC protein, which plays a major role in controlling how cells grow, divide, and use energy. MYC is considered a biomarker. A biomarker is a measurable feature in a tumour, such as a gene change or protein abnormality, that helps doctors understand how a cancer …
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What is BCL6?

BCL6 is a gene that provides instructions for making the BCL6 protein, which acts as a transcription factor. A transcription factor is a protein that controls which genes inside a cell are turned on or off. BCL6 is considered a biomarker. A biomarker is a measurable feature in a tumour, such as a gene change …
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BCL2: Definition

BCL2 is a gene that encodes a protein that helps keep cells alive. In healthy tissue, this is a carefully controlled process — BCL2 helps specific cells survive longer when needed, but the signal can be switched off when those cells are no longer required. In some cancers, particularly lymphomas and certain blood cancers, the …
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RET: Definition

RET is a gene that provides instructions for making a protein involved in cell growth and development. The RET protein acts as a receptor on the surface of specific cells, where it receives signals that help control how cells grow, divide, and survive. RET is considered a biomarker. A biomarker is a measurable feature in …
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Respiratory Type Mucosa: Definition

Respiratory type mucosa is the specialized tissue found on the inner surface of the airways that carry air in and out of the lungs. This tissue is designed to protect the airways and help keep them clean by trapping dust, germs, and other particles before they reach the lungs. The word mucosa refers to a …
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What is a complete blood count (CBC)

A complete blood count, often shortened to CBC, is a common blood test that measures the number, size, and health of different types of blood cells. It provides important information about how well your bone marrow is working and how your body carries oxygen, fights infection, and controls bleeding. A CBC is often one of …
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