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Finding Mutations of the Bak Gene in Human Colorectal Cancers

The Bak gene triggers the apoptosis of cells that can cause cancers. By using Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) and Gel Electrophoresis, we could check if there are any mutations in the gene...