proapoptotic

Adjective

Meaning

proapoptotic (comparative more proapoptotic, superlative most proapoptotic)

That leads to apoptosis

Examples

As a consequence, p53 cannot induce apoptosis, since it cannot induce the expression of proapoptotic proteins. Source: Internet

As a consequence, the balance of anti-apoptotic and proapoptotic effectors is upset in favour of the former, and the damaged cells continue to replicate despite being directed to die. Source: Internet

These homologs can inhibit proapoptotic proteins such as BAX and BAK, which are essential for the activation of apoptosis. Source: Internet

The proapoptotic homodimers are required to make the mitochondrial membrane permeable for the release of caspase activators such as cytochrome c and SMAC. Source: Internet

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