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MicroRNAs and PIWI-interacting RNAs in oncology (Review)

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    • Yong Liu
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  • Published online on: August 11, 2016     https://doi.org/10.3892/ol.2016.4996
  • Pages: 2289-2292
  • Copyright: © Liu . This is an open access article distributed under the terms of Creative Commons Attribution License.

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Abstract

RNA molecules that are unable to translate into proteins are classified as non‑coding RNA. Non-coding RNA (ncRNA) genes include highly abundant and functionally important RNAs such as transfer RNAs, microRNAs (miRNAs), siRNAs, snRNAs, exRNAs and piRNAs. The number of ncRNAs encoded within the human genome is unknown; however, recent transcriptomic and bioinformatic studies suggest the existence of thousands of ncRNAs. Furthermore, small ncRNAs, including miRNAs and PIWI‑interacting RNAs (piRNAs), play an imperative role in the regulation of gene expression of numerous biological and pathological processes. Investigation into the expression and function of small RNA in cancer cells has contributed to gaining a greater understanding of the roles of small RNAs in carcinogenesis. The present review is aimed primarily to discuss the importance of the expression and functions of these small RNAs in carcinogenesis. These studies may provide useful information for future therapies in cancer.
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Liu Y: MicroRNAs and PIWI-interacting RNAs in oncology (Review). Oncol Lett 12: 2289-2292, 2016
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Liu, Y. (2016). MicroRNAs and PIWI-interacting RNAs in oncology (Review). Oncology Letters, 12, 2289-2292. https://doi.org/10.3892/ol.2016.4996
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Liu, Y."MicroRNAs and PIWI-interacting RNAs in oncology (Review)". Oncology Letters 12.4 (2016): 2289-2292.
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Liu, Y."MicroRNAs and PIWI-interacting RNAs in oncology (Review)". Oncology Letters 12, no. 4 (2016): 2289-2292. https://doi.org/10.3892/ol.2016.4996