Molecular Diagnostics
Diagnostic Tool Designed for Familial Mediterranean Fever
A tool has been developed to diagnose Familial Mediterranean Fever (FMF) which is particularly common among populations originating from around Mediterranean Sea and this genetic disease is characterized by inflammation, fever and severe pain. More...08 Dec 2016
Successful Treatment of Enteritis Due to Newly Discovered Gene Mutation
Researchers report successful treatment of an adult patient with severe chronic autoimmune enteritis by using the drug Vedolizumab to target the effect on T-cell function of a mutation identified in the patient’s CTLA-4 gene. Vedolizumab may also help skin cancer patients with enteritis due to therapy with Ipilimumab. More...07 Dec 2016
Multiple Biopsies Recommended for Personalized Breast Cancer Treatments
Assessment of somatic mutations is becoming increasingly important for the management of cancer patients, but molecular heterogeneity occurs across many tumors. In breast cancer, there is major interest in the use of pre-surgical studies for assessing the biological effect of therapeutic agents. More...01 Dec 2016
Genetic Test Significantly Reduces Risk of Cardiovascular Events
A quick, precise genetic test can significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular events by helping to identify more effective medication for some heart patients. The genetic testing allows physicians to pinpoint the best anti-clotting medication for each patient. More...30 Nov 2016
Titin Gene Mutation Increases Risk of Heart Failure
Previously thought to affect only patients with dilated cardiomyopathy, researchers have discovered that truncating variants in the gene for the protein titin also adversely affect heart function in healthy individuals, placing them at higher risk under conditions of stress. More...29 Nov 2016
Uncombable Hair Syndrome Genes Identified
Some children suffer from tangled hair that cannot be combed due to having the rare uncombable hair syndrome (UHS). Scientists have discovered that mutations in three genes encoding proteins involved in hair shaft formation lead to UHS, in Germany commonly known as Struwwelpeter Syndrome, named after a children’s storybook character. More...29 Nov 2016
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Low Cost Method Examines Single Leukemic Cells
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Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer Recurrence Proves Highly Sensitive
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