BRAF

BRAF is a gene that provides instructions for making a protein involved in sending signals within cells, which help control cell growth and division. Mutations in the BRAF gene can lead to abnormal signaling, resulting in uncontrolled cell growth and cancer, particularly melanoma and other types of tumors. Testing for BRAF mutations is important in cancer treatment, as targeted therapies can specifically inhibit the abnormal BRAF protein, potentially improving outcomes for patients with certain cancers. Understanding BRAF helps in developing personalized medicine approaches in oncology.