glucose transporters and cancer
Glucose transporters are proteins that facilitate the movement of glucose, a crucial energy source, across cell membranes. In the context of cancer, alterations in glucose transporter expression and function play a significant role in the development and progression of tumors by allowing cancer cells to uptake and utilize glucose more efficiently for their growth and survival.
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