kontaktiinhibointiin
Kontaktiinhibointiin, known scientifically as contact inhibition, is a cellular process that limits the proliferation of cells when they come into contact with each other. This phenomenon plays a crucial role in regulating tissue growth and preventing uncontrolled cell division, a hallmark of cancer.
When cells in culture or within a tissue reach a sufficient density and make physical contact with
The molecular mechanisms underlying contact inhibition are complex and involve various cell surface receptors, adhesion molecules,
Loss of contact inhibition is a critical step in the development of cancer. Cancer cells often evade