Articles for tag: Housekeeping

JohnFloyd

Housekeeping Genes: The Unsung Heroes of Cellular Function

What Are Housekeeping Genes? Imagine a world where your body doesn’t maintain its basic functions, like breathing or heartbeats. Sounds scary, right? Well, on a cellular level, housekeeping genes ensure that doesn’t happen. These genes are like the janitors of the cell, working tirelessly to maintain essential functions, no matter what. Housekeeping genes are responsible ...