Prostate Cancer

The androgen receptor may be a target for prostate caner therapy

Published in Cancer Weekly, May 11th, 2004

Researchers review the functions of the androgen receptor and its role in the development of prostate cancer.

According to recent research published in the journal Steroids, "The androgen receptor plays a pivotal role in the prostate. Its primary function is to provide responsive gene products for differentiation and growth, but under abnormal conditions, it contributes to the development of prostate cancer."

"The goal of this review is to elucidate the molecular functions of the androgen receptor and its role in prostate cancer. Initially the function of the androgen receptor will be described," wrote A.F. Santos and colleagues, Mayo Clinic &...

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