The zebrafish: my research partner against cancer
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https://doi.org/10.22201/cuaieed.16076079e.2023.24.3.2Keywords:
cancer, hallmarks of cancer, tumor microenvironment, models, zebrafishAbstract
Cancer cases and the frequency with which they occur among the population increase every year, with multiple and devastating effects for patients. Various factors and molecular mechanisms are involved in cancer progression. However, despite the great advances in cancer research, there is no single method to diagnose and treat all patients with this disease. Therefore, investigation of this complex condition requires a study model that involves multiple factors and variables, as similar as possible to what actually happens in the human body. Such a model, which also allows the study of cancer progression in a short time, will result in significant benefits for patients. This article addresses some characteristics of cancer and the advantages of using zebrafish as a study model to investigate this disease.
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