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Long Intergenic Non-Protein Coding RNA 173 in Human Cancers.
Wei Mao1, Yi Liao2, Liling Tang1
1Key Laboratory of Biorheological Science and Technology, Ministry of Education, College of Bioengineering, Chongqing University, Chongqing 400044, China.
Cancers
|December 11, 2022
Summary
Long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs), like LINC00173, are implicated in cancer development. This review highlights LINC00173
Area of Science:
- Molecular Biology
- Genetics
- Oncology
Background:
- Long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) are key regulators in cellular processes.
- Dysregulation of lncRNAs is increasingly linked to complex diseases, particularly cancer.
- LINC00173 is a recently identified lncRNA with emerging roles in human malignancies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review and summarize current research on LINC00173 in human cancers.
- To elucidate the aberrant expression patterns and molecular mechanisms of LINC00173 in tumorigenesis.
- To explore the potential of LINC00173 as a diagnostic biomarker and therapeutic target.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive literature search on LINC00173 and cancer.
- Analysis of studies reporting LINC00173 expression in various cancer types.
- Synthesis of data on LINC00173's molecular functions and regulatory pathways in cancer.
Main Results:
- LINC00173 exhibits aberrant expression across 11 different human cancers.
- Evidence suggests LINC00173 influences cancer initiation and progression through specific molecular mechanisms.
- The review consolidates findings on LINC00173's involvement in diverse oncogenic pathways.
Conclusions:
- LINC00173 plays a significant role in the development and progression of multiple human cancers.
- LINC00173 demonstrates potential as a valuable diagnostic biomarker for cancer detection.
- Targeting LINC00173 may offer a novel therapeutic strategy for cancer treatment.
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