A new type of cancer has been diagnosed in Patient XYZ. In order to screen in vitro efficacy of some novel compounds against this new cancer Mr. Shehzad cultured the cells from the tumor biopsy. What will be the properties of these cells in tissue? What steps should he follow to convert these cells into immortal cells? What will be the significance of this artificially manipulated cells?

A new type of cancer has been diagnosed in Patient XYZ. In order to screen in vitro efficacy of some novel compounds against this new cancer Mr. Shehzad cultured the cells from the tumor biopsy. What will be the properties of these cells in tissue? What steps should he follow to convert these cells into immortal cells? What will be the significance of this artificially manipulated cells?

Human Biology (MindTap Course List)

11th Edition

ISBN:9781305112100

Author:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan

Publisher:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan

Chapter22: Genes And Disease: Cancer

Section: Chapter Questions

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