The effect of porfiromycin (N-methyl mitomycin) on the cell cycle in HEP-2 cells was investigated by pulse labeling with tritiated thymidine at various intervals following 4-hours incubation with the drug. Arrest of cells during the G2 phase was the predominant effect with temporary suppression of mitotic activity as well.
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