And all cancer cells need growth factor to divide. SIP may be the specific growth factor in ovarian cancer, he said. The ovaries of female reproductive organs produce and release an ovum or egg each month during the menstrual cycle. About the size and shape of two large almonds, the ovaries are located in the pelvic region, one on either side of the uterus behind and below the fallopian tubes. During the menstrual cycle, an ovary releases an egg which travels through a fallopian tube to the uterus.
Normal cells reproduce themselves throughout life, but in an orderly and controlled manner.
But when cells grow out of control and form a mass, the mass is called a tumor. So we're interested in seeing what role this protein plays in the development of ovarian cancer and learning whether or not it's present as a tumor marker, and whether or not if by blocking its function, maybe we can prevent ovarian cancer or stop ovarian cancer cells from dividing,'' he added. The research is still in an early phase and will require two to three more years of intensive exploration before any clear-cut answers are available, Khan said. The toy fact sheet provides information about suitable items for varying ages from infants to adolescents. It also lists resources for selecting toys for children with special needs such as physical disabilities or learning problems.