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C19540Level 2

Cancer Gene

**Semantic type:** Gene or Genome

**Definition:** Normal genes, that when altered or inappropriately expressed, contribute to malignant transformation, tumor progression, or metastasis.

**Synonyms:** - Cancer-Promoting Gene

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