RET Gene

**Semantic type:** Gene or Genome

**Definition:** This gene plays an essential role in neural crest development, cellular growth and differentiation. Mutations in the gene are associated with a variety of neoplasias and carcinomas.

**Synonyms:** - RET - RET - RET - RET - RET Proto-Oncogene (Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia and Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma 1, Hirschsprung Disease) Gene