Researchers uncover process involved in DNA repair
Monday, June 29, 2009 - 13:35
in Health & Medicine
(PhysOrg.com) -- Every day people are exposed to chemical and physical agents that damage DNA. If it isn't repaired properly, this damage can lead to mutations that in some circumstances can lead to the development of cancer or death of the exposed cell. But in most cases, the damaged DNA is repaired and all is well.
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