Fusion Gene
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Fusion Gene Definition
A hybrid gene created by joining portions of two different genes (to produce a new protein) or by joining a gene to a different promoter (to alter or regulate gene transcription). These can be created by chromosomal aberration or by laboratory methods.
Fusion Gene Synonyms
Fusion Gene
Terms in Fusion Gene category
RET-H4 OncogeneTEL-AML1 OncogeneTMPRSS2-ERG Fusion Gene
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