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Glutathione S-transferase M1 null genotype, household pesticides exposure and cutaneous melanoma.
Melanoma research - 1 Dec 2016
Fortes Cristina, Mastroeni Simona, Bottà Giordano, Boffetta Paolo, Antonelli Gianluca, Venanzetti Federica
Abstract excerpt
Glutathione S-transferase (GST) activity is believed to play a critical role in cellular protection against toxic chemicals. We evaluated the role of GSTM1 polymorphisms in modifying the association between indoor pesticide exposure and cutaneous melanoma. Peripheral blood samples were collected from 325 individuals (177 patients with cutaneous melanoma and 148 controls). Genotyping was performed using the PCR...
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