3.6.1.29 malfunction a loss of FHIT expression associated with poor prognosis and beta-catenin expression 718972 3.6.1.29 physiological function formation of Fhit-substrate complex results in an apoptosis initiation signal while subsequent hydrolysis of ApnA terminates this action 719088 3.6.1.29 physiological function the FHIT protein is a tumor suppressor. FHIT/ferrodoxin reductase complex generates reactive oxygen species and increases calcium uptake into the mitochondria to potentiate the effects of apoptotic agents 718972