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Genetic variant of p53 gene linked to breast cancer risk in premenopausal African American women
- Publication Date:
- 27/02/17 2:25 PM
- Category:
- Industry News
Scientists at The Wistar Institute in collaboration with Roswell Park Cancer Institute found a significant association between a rare genetic variant of the p53 gene present in African American women and their risk of developing breast cancer in premenopausal age.
Scientists at The Wistar Institute in collaboration with Roswell Park Cancer Institute found a significant association between a rare genetic variant of the p53 gene present in African American women and their risk of developing breast cancer in premenopausal age. The study was published online by the journal NPJ Breast Cancer.
Source: Medical Xpress
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