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PI3K Pathway

Meaning

The π3K Pathway, or Phosphatidylinositol 3-Kinase Pathway, is a critical intracellular signaling cascade involved in regulating numerous fundamental cellular processes, including metabolism, growth, proliferation, survival, and motility. This pathway serves as a major downstream effector for many hormones and growth factors, notably insulin and Insulin-like Growth Factor 1 (IGF-1). Dysregulation of the π3K signaling is implicated in various pathological states, including cancer, insulin resistance, and neurodegenerative disorders. Its function is paramount in mediating the anabolic and mitogenic effects of endocrine signals on target tissues.