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A genetic polymorphism (rs17251221) in the calcium-sensing receptor is associated with breast cancer susceptibility and prognosis.
Cellular physiology and biochemistry : international journal of experimental cellular physiology, biochemistry, and pharmacology - 1 Jan 2014
Li Xiaoyan, Kong Xiangnan, Jiang Liyu, Ma Tingting, Yan Shi, Yuan Cunzhong, Yang Qifeng
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Calcium-sensing receptor (CaSR) is a typical G protein coupled receptor. The rs17251221 SNP is located in an intron of the CaSR gene, and the G allele is considered a gain of function mutation. Previous studies revealed that rs17251221 polymorphisms contribute to the risk of developing certain types of cancers. This study investigated the rs17251221 SNP in breast cancer by analyzing the correlation of...
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