Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart2h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

3. Energy & Cell Processes

Cancer

Anatomy & Physiology

3. Energy & Cell Processes

Cancer

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Multiple Choice

What two genes are often mutated in colon cancer?

ras and myoD

p21 and p53

BRCA1 and BRCA2

APC and myoD

ras and p53

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Understand that colon cancer is often associated with mutations in specific genes that regulate cell growth and division.

Identify the genes commonly mutated in colon cancer. The genes ras and p53 are frequently mentioned in the context of cancer due to their roles in cell cycle regulation and apoptosis.

Recognize that the ras gene is part of a family of genes that encode proteins involved in transmitting signals within cells, which can lead to uncontrolled cell growth if mutated.

Learn that the p53 gene is known as the 'guardian of the genome' because it plays a crucial role in preventing cancer formation by repairing DNA or initiating apoptosis if the DNA damage is irreparable.

Conclude that mutations in both ras and p53 can disrupt normal cellular functions, leading to the development of colon cancer.