Antiestrogens are one type of molecule that can be used to treat breast cancer.Which of the following characteristics should be included in the design of a novel antiestrogen?
A) The molecule should bind to the estrogen receptor on breast cancer cells.
B) The molecule should not interfere with the normal role of estrogen.
C) The molecule should prevent the activation of genes in breast cancer cells.
D) The molecule should not have negative side effects.
E) All of the above are design considerations.

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Antiestrogens work by binding to estrogen receptors, which prevents estrogen from binding and activating these receptors on breast cancer cells, thereby inhibiting the growth of estrogen-responsive tumors. While it's challenging to design a molecule that does not interfere with the normal role of estrogen in other tissues or cause negative side effects, these are important considerations in the design of a novel antiestrogen to ensure effectiveness and safety.

Antiestrogens Are One Type of Molecule That Can Be Used