An isolated nucleic acid comprising a nucleotide sequence at least 70%
identical to SEQ ID NO:1, or a complementary sequence thereof. Presence
of the nucleic acid in a subject predisposes the subject to an abnormal
liver condition, an adenocarcinoma, or a combination thereof. Also
disclosed are a method of diagnosing such diseases, a method of
identifying a compound for treating such diseases, and a method of
treating such diseases.