Some Diseases Are Linked to the Under or Over Expression

question 28

Essay

Some diseases are linked to the under or over expression of specific genes.A particular cancer is characterized by the overexpression of a gene.Do you predict the histones associated with this gene to be acetylated? Describe why this would lead to increased gene expression and how histone acetyl transfer HAT)and histone deacetylase HDAC)could be involved.

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Definitions:

Subsidiary Profits

Earnings generated by a subsidiary that contribute to the income and financial standing of its parent company.

Fair Value

Refers to the estimated price at which an asset or liability could be exchanged between knowledgeable, willing parties in an arm's length transaction.

Issued Capital

The total value of a company's shares that have been sold to shareholders.

Tax Rate

is the percentage at which an individual or corporation is taxed by the government.