P53 is a crucial tumor suppressor protein that acts as the body’s guardian of the genome. When DNA damage occurs from environmental stresses like radiation or toxins, p53 swings into action. It can either activate DNA repair mechanisms to fix the damage, or if the damage is too severe, trigger cell suicide (apoptosis) to prevent the spread of mutations. This critical decision-making ability of p53 helps maintain genomic stability and prevents the development of cancer. In fact,mutations in the p53 gene are the most common genetic alterations found in human cancers, highlighting its vital role in keeping our cells healthy.
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