MKNK1-AS1
Description
The MKNK1-AS1 (MKNK1 antisense RNA 1) is a ncRNA gene located on chromosome 1.
MKNK1-AS1 is a long non-coding RNA (lncRNA) that is located on chromosome 17. It is upregulated in various cancers, including gastric cancer, colorectal cancer, and breast cancer. MKNK1-AS1 may act as a sponge for microRNAs. Its expression is often associated with poor prognosis and increased tumor aggressiveness.
The function of MKNK1-AS1 is not fully understood, but it has been implicated in a variety of cellular processes, including cell proliferation, apoptosis, and migration. Studies have shown that MKNK1-AS1 may act as a sponge for microRNAs, which are small non-coding RNAs that regulate gene expression. This interaction may affect the expression of target genes involved in cancer development. For example, MKNK1-AS1 has been found to be upregulated in various cancers, including gastric cancer, colorectal cancer, and breast cancer. Its expression is often associated with poor prognosis and increased tumor aggressiveness. However, the exact mechanisms by which MKNK1-AS1 contributes to cancer development are still being investigated. Further research is needed to elucidate the full spectrum of MKNK1-AS1's biological functions and its potential as a therapeutic target.
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