In 3-5 Sentences  Explain the difference between normal p53 and mutated p53.

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Explain the difference between normal p53 and mutated p53.


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p53 is a protein produced by the TP53 gene in humans. The main function of p53 protein is to stop cell division when any damage occurs in the DNA of the cell.

 

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