folliculin

/fɒlɪkˈjuːlɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A protein that in humans is encoded by the FLCN gene and is involved in the regulation of cell growth and the suppression of tumor formation.

“The research on folliculin led to the discovery of its crucial role in preventing cancerous tumors.”

Synonyms

  • protein
  • tumor suppressor

Antonyms

  • cancer-causing agent
  • oncogene