downregulating
verb as in strong fondness
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Example:The drug acts by downregulating gene expression in cancer cells.
Definition:The process by which information from a gene is used in the synthesis of a functional gene product.
From gene expression
Example:The treatment aims to downregulate the function of beta2-adrenergic receptors to manage asthma symptoms.
Definition:The ability of a receptor protein to bind to a specific ligand, such as a hormone or neurotransmitter.
From receptor function
Example:The medication downregulates cell signaling pathways to inhibit the progression of inflammatory diseases.
Definition:The process by which cells interact with and transmit signals to other cells and their environment.
From cell signaling
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