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Multiplex PCR approach to simultaneously identify several mutations in fine needle cytology thyroid samples.
Oncotarget - 25 Jul 2017
Vuttariello Emilia, Borra Marco, Mauriello Elvira, Calise Celeste, D'Andrea Barbara, Capiluongo Anna, Fulciniti Franco, Cipolletta Anna, Monaco Mario, Pezzullo Luciano, Chiappetta Gennaro
Abstract excerpt
The most frequent initial manifestation of thyroid cancer is the appearance of a nodule. More than 20% of the general population has a palpable thyroid nodule and the percentage rises to 70% based on ultrasound identification. In 95% of cases the nodule is simply a hyperplastic or benign lesion. The most reliable diagnostic test for thyroid nodules is fine needle aspiration (FNA), but cytological discrimination...
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