Genetics in cancer prediction, screening, and counseling: Part I, Genetics in cancer prediction and screening.

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Genetics in cancer prediction, screening, and counseling: Part I, Genetics in cancer prediction and screening.

Oncology nursing forum - 1 Mar 1995

Loescher L J

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PURPOSE/OBJECTIVES: To review molecular biology and gene technology as they relate to cancer prediction and screening. DATA SOURCES: Published professional articles, texts, and proceedings; computerized data bases. DATA SYNTHESIS: Basic principles of inheritance and mutations; a discussion of pro...

Topics

Genes, Tumor Suppressor
Genetic Counseling
Humans
Mass Screening
Mutation
Neoplasms
Oncogenes
Prognosis

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