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Tumor necrosis factor alpha 308 G/A polymorphism and hepatocellular carcinoma risk in a Chinese population.
Genetic testing and molecular biomarkers - 1 Jan 2000
Shi Zhengrong, Du Chengyou
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: The genetic basis of susceptibility to hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is poorly understood. Tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-α) is a cytokine that may act as an endogenous tumor promoter. The association between TNF-α 308 G/A polymorphism and HCC risk remains unclear. AIM: The aim of this study was to investigate the association between TNF-α 308 G/A polymorphism and HCC risk in a Chinese population....
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