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Gene Expression Control

Meaning

Gene Expression Control is the sophisticated, multi-level biological process by which a cell regulates the conversion of genetic information encoded in DNA into functional gene products, primarily proteins, which dictate cellular structure and function. In hormonal health, this control is profoundly influenced by endocrine signals, as hormones act as master regulators that bind to nuclear receptors to selectively turn specific genes on or off, thereby mediating physiological responses. This regulatory precision is essential for maintaining systemic homeostasis.