Tumor suppressor micro RNA miR-145 and onco micro RNAs miR-21 and miR-222 expressions are differentially modulated by Hepatitis B virus X protein in malignant hepatocytes

Conclusion: Thus, HBx protein differentially modulated the expression of miRNAs. The study throws light into possible way by which HBx protein acts through microRNA and thereby regulate host functioning. It might suggest new therapeutic strategies against hepatic cancer.
Source: BMC Cancer - Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Source Type: research