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up-regulation vs upregulation

Both "up-regulation" and "upregulation" are correct, but "upregulation" is more commonly used in scientific and medical contexts. The hyphenated form is also acceptable, especially in formal or technical writing.

Last updated: March 31, 2024 • 813 views

up-regulation

This is a correct construction, especially in formal or technical writing.

The term "up-regulation" refers to the process of increasing the response or activity of a biological system. It is commonly used in scientific and medical contexts.

Alternatives:

  • down-regulation
  • upregulation
  • gene up-regulation
  • protein up-regulation
  • cellular up-regulation

upregulation

This is the more commonly used form, especially in scientific and medical contexts.

The term "upregulation" also refers to the process of increasing the response or activity of a biological system. It is the preferred form in most cases, particularly in scientific literature.

Alternatives:

  • downregulation
  • gene upregulation
  • protein upregulation
  • cellular upregulation
  • upregulated expression

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