Which of the following statements is not true for cancer cells in relation to mutations

Options

A. Mutations destroy telomerase inhibitor
B. Mutations inactivate the cell control
C. Mutations inhibit production of telomerase
D. Mutations in proto-oncogenes accelerate the cell cycle

Answer

C

Explanation

Cancerous cells have high telomerase activity. The maintenance of telomere stability is required for the long term proliferation of tumors. This makes telomerase a target not only for cancer diagnosis but also for the development of novel anti-cancer therapeutic agents, e.g. telomerase inhibitors are used in cancer treatment.