Long non-coding RNAs in ovarian cancer: expression profile and functional spectrum

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Abstract

Long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs), initially recognized as byproducts of the transcription process, have been proven to play crucial modulatory roles in preserving overall homoeostasis of cells and tissues. Furthermore, aberrant levels of these transcripts have been shown to contribute many diseases, including cancer. Among these, many aspects of ovarian cancer biology have been found to be regulated by lncRNAs, including cancer initiation, progression and dissemination. In this review, we summarize recent studies to highlight the various roles of lncRNAs in ovary in normal and pathological conditions, immune system, diagnosis, prognosis, and therapy. We address lncRNAs that have been extensively studied in ovarian cancer and their contribution to cellular dynamics.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)1523-1534
Number of pages12
JournalRNA Biology
Volume17
Issue number11
DOIs
StatePublished - Nov 1 2020

Keywords

  • Long non-coding RNA
  • biomarker
  • diagnosis
  • oncogene
  • ovarian cancer
  • therapeutics
  • tumour suppressor

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Molecular Biology
  • Cell Biology

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