2006-08-02 23:19:59 · 5 answers · asked by JAYA k 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Biology
I think you mean the "housekeeping gene". They are a group of genes that are expressed in all cells, and whose products are required for the regular normal functioning of the cell. The genes are said to be constitutively active.
2006-08-03 01:57:45 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are some cells that roam around your tissues attacking foreign invaders (bacteria/viruses) and also engulfing worn out cells and cell debris. There are a few types: macrophages, microphages, neutrophils, eosinophils, monocytes. The last three are types of white blood cells. I guess they can be considered housekeeping cells.
2006-08-03 12:03:51 · answer #2 · answered by CK 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
housekeeping genes or constitutive genes are those which r required always for the normal functioning of a cell.eg; glycolysis. the cells which house these genes r called housekeeping cells.
2006-08-04 01:19:02 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The group of staff who look after the upkeep of the premises and its' cleanliness.
2006-08-03 06:25:29 · answer #4 · answered by Dilli Chor 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you mean "housekeeping gene."
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Housekeeping_gene
2006-08-03 09:09:22 · answer #5 · answered by pooh8402 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋