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Application of the FISH method and high-density SNP arrays to assess genetic changes in neuroblastoma-research by one institute.
Acta biochimica Polonica - 1 Jan 2024
Winnicka Dorota, Skowera Paulina, Stelmach Magdalena, Styka Borys, Lejman Monika
Abstract excerpt
Neuroblastoma is the most common extracranial solid tumor in children. Amplification of the MYCN gene has been observed in approximately 20%-30% of tumors. It is strongly correlated with advanced-stage disease, rapid tumor progression, resistance to chemotherapy and poor outcomes independent of patient age and stage of advanced disease. MYCN amplification identifies high-risk patients. To assess neuroblastoma...
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