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Glutathione S-transferase M1 and T1 polymorphisms: susceptibility to colon cancer and age of onset.
Carcinogenesis - 1 Jul 1995
Chenevix-Trench G, Young J, Coggan M, Board P
Abstract excerpt
The M1 member of the Mu subclass of glutathione S-transferase (GSTM1) is only expressed in about 50% of individuals. In contrast, GSTT1, a member of the theta class which has been recently shown to be polymorphic, is expressed in 85% of Australian individuals. Previous studies have shown a significant excess of homozygous null GSTM1 genotypes among individuals with colorectal cancer, particularly those with...
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