Analysis of mammary tumors from animals lacking beta-galactoside alpha-2,6-sialyltransferase (ST6Gal-I). Increased ST6Gal-I expression is reported in several carcinomas including breast carcinoma. Results provide insight into the role of ST6Gal-I in tumor progression.
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