Truncated proteins as cancer markers

摘要

Methods/reagents for detecting and/or treating cancers or potential cancers are disclosed. In one embodiment, methods and reagents for detecting truncated forms of P2X₇ protein in cells are described. In one embodiment, methods and reagents for increasing the amount and/or activity of full-length P2X₇ in cells are described. In one embodiment, methods and reagents for decreasing the amount and/or activity of truncated P2X₇ in cells are described.