In Which of the Following Ways Could Signal Transduction Most

question 16

Multiple Choice

In which of the following ways could signal transduction most probably be explored in research to treat cancer?

• A) removal of serine/threonine phosphate acceptors from transduction pathways in colon pre-cancerous growths
• B) alteration of protein kinases in cell cycle regulation in order to slow cancer growth
• C) increase in calcium ion uptake into the cytoplasm in order to modulate the effects of environmental carcinogens
• D) expansion of the role of transduction inhibitors in the cells before they give rise to cancer
• E) increase in the concentration of phosphodiesterases in order to produce more AMP

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Definitions:

Vertebral Alignment

The proper positioning and arrangement of the vertebrae in the spine, crucial for maintaining posture and reducing the risk of back pain.

Kyphosis

A spinal disorder causing an exaggerated outward curvature of the spine, leading to a hunched-back appearance.

Reducing

The process of decreasing the size, quantity, or extent of something.

Traction

The process of pulling; with fractures, traction is applied in a straight line to stretch the contracted muscles and permit realignment of the bone fragments.