Answer to Question #197776 in Cell Biology for Noah

Question

Can you simplely describe the functions of apoptosis in our body?

Answer 1

Apoptosis removes cells during development. It also eliminates pre-cancerous and virus-infected cells, although “successful” cancer cells manage to escape apoptosis so they can continue dividing. Apoptosis maintains the balance of cells in the human body and is particularly important in the immune system.