anti-apoptotic factors

Anti-apoptotic factors are proteins that help cells resist programmed cell death, known as apoptosis. These factors promote cell survival by blocking or delaying the processes that lead to cell destruction, ensuring cells that are healthy or needed continue to function. They play crucial roles in development, tissue repair, and immune responses. However, in some cases, overexpression of anti-apoptotic factors can contribute to diseases like cancer, where cells avoid normal death signals and proliferate uncontrollably. Overall, these factors maintain a balance between cell survival and death, which is vital for healthy bodily functions.