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PTEN tyrosine phosphatase

Meaning of PTEN tyrosine phosphatase: A protein that helps control many cell functions, including cell division and cell death.

Definition of PTEN tyrosine phosphatase

A protein that helps control many cell functions, including cell division and cell death. Mutations (changes) in the gene that makes PTEN tyrosine phosphatase are found in many types of cancer and other diseases. It is a type of tumor suppressor protein. Also called PTEN.

Written and maintained by James Murray Last updated July 21, 2026 Educational reference, not medical advice. Read the limitations.

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