How to Pronounce FLT3 Mutation
Definition, meaning, and phonetic spelling
FLT3 Mutation Pronunciation
ef-el-tee-three myoo-TAY-shun
Stressed syllable in ALL CAPS · hyphens separate syllables
Syllable Breakdown
ef
el
tee
three myoo
TAY
stress here
shun
6 syllables
What is FLT3 Mutation?
A common mutation in the FLT3 gene found in acute myeloid leukemia that causes uncontrolled signaling and rapid cancer cell growth, and is associated with a higher risk of relapse. Targeted drugs called FLT3 inhibitors have been developed to treat AML with this mutation.
Questions About FLT3 Mutation
How do you pronounce FLT3 Mutation?
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Say it as "ef-el-tee-THREE myoo-TAY-shun." The stress falls on the second syllable of "mutation" (TAY), so it sounds like you're emphasizing that part. FLT3 itself is pronounced by saying each letter: "ef," "el," "tee," then "three."
What is the correct stress pattern for this term?
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Put the emphasis on the TAY part of "mutation"—so it's myoo-TAY-shun, not myoo-tay-SHUN. A common mistake is stressing the last syllable instead, but medical professionals stress the second syllable of this word.
How do you break FLT3 Mutation into syllables?
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FLT3 is four syllables: ef-el-tee-three. Mutation is three syllables: mu-ta-tion. When you say them together, you get: ef-el-tee-three myoo-TAY-shun (seven syllables total).
What does FLT3 stand for?
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FLT3 is an abbreviation for "FMS-like tyrosine kinase 3," which is the name of a gene. You'll usually just say "FLT3" as "ef-el-tee-three" rather than spelling out the full name in conversation.
What does 'mutation' mean in this context?
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A mutation is a change or error in a gene's code. In plain English, think of it like a typo in an instruction manual—the gene isn't working the way it normally should because something has changed in its DNA sequence.
What's a simple way to explain FLT3 Mutation to someone?
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You can say: "An FLT3 mutation is when a specific gene called FLT3 has changed in a way that makes it behave differently than normal." It's a specific type of genetic change that doctors look for when studying certain blood cancers.
What is a common mispronunciation of FLT3 Mutation?
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People sometimes say "myoo-tay-SHUN" with stress on the last syllable, but the correct way puts stress on the middle: "myoo-TAY-shun." Also, some people rush through "ef-el-tee-three" and slur the syllables together, so say each letter clearly.
Are there related words that sound similar?
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Yes—you'll hear words like "FLT3 inhibitor" (in-HIB-i-tor), which is a type of targeted medication. You might also hear just "FLT3" on its own when doctors are discussing the gene. All three versions use the same pronunciation for the FLT3 part: ef-el-tee-three.