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New genetic syndrome predisposes the body to cancer

Anne Li                                                                                     September 24th, 2017                            [email protected]

 

A new syndrome caused by biallelic mutations — those produced in both gene copies inherited from the mother and father — in the FANCM gene predisposes the body to the appearance of tumors and causes rejection to chemotherapy treatments. Contrary to what scientists believed, the gene does not cause Fanconi anemia. Researchers recommend modifying the clinical monitoring of patients with these mutations.

 

See original article at: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/09/170922091422.htm

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