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CNVs affecting cancer predisposing genes (CPGs) detected as incidental findings in routine germline diagnostic chromosomal microarray (CMA) testing.
Journal of medical genetics - 1 Feb 2018
Innes Josie, Reali Lisa, Clayton-Smith Jill, Hall Georgina, Lim Derek Hk, Burghel George J, French Kim, Khan Unzela, Walker Daniel, Lalloo Fiona, Evans D Gareth R, McMullan Dominic, Maher Eamonn R, Woodward Emma R
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Identification of CNVs through chromosomal microarray (CMA) testing is the first-line investigation in individuals with learning difficulties/congenital abnormalities. Although recognised that CMA testing may identify CNVs encompassing a cancer predisposition gene (CPG), limited information is available on the frequency and nature of such results. METHODS: We investigated CNV gains and losses...
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