RB1: governor of the cell cycle in health and disease-a primer for the practising pathologist

J Clin Pathol. 2024 Jun 19;77(7):435-438. doi: 10.1136/jcp-2024-209480.

Abstract

RB1 stands as the pioneering discovery in tumour-suppressor genes, marking a pivotal breakthrough in comprehending cancer development. This overview delves into the role of RB1 in both health and disease, exploring its association with the tumourigenesis of various cancers and a distinct subset of soft-tissue neoplasms. Additionally, we discuss the application of immunohistochemistry and fluorescence in situ hybridisation to detect RB1 alterations.

Keywords: IMMUNOHISTOCHEMISTRY; Pathology, Molecular; Soft Tissue Neoplasms.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Biomarkers, Tumor / genetics
  • Biomarkers, Tumor / metabolism
  • Cell Cycle
  • Humans
  • Immunohistochemistry
  • In Situ Hybridization, Fluorescence
  • Neoplasms* / genetics
  • Neoplasms* / metabolism
  • Neoplasms* / pathology
  • Pathologists
  • Retinoblastoma Binding Proteins* / genetics
  • Retinoblastoma Binding Proteins* / metabolism
  • Ubiquitin-Protein Ligases / genetics
  • Ubiquitin-Protein Ligases / metabolism

Substances

  • RB1 protein, human
  • Retinoblastoma Binding Proteins
  • Ubiquitin-Protein Ligases
  • Biomarkers, Tumor