Molecular Diagnostics
DNA-Based Test Determines Degree Of Liver Fibrosis
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) accounts for the majority of liver disease burden in the Western world. Liver biopsy remains the gold standard test to accurately stage fibrosis in patients with NAFLD, but it is invasive and carries risks. More...28 Apr 2016
Genomics Makeup of Colorectal Tumors Predicts Immune Response
A study based on whole-exome sequencing and immune response finds that colorectal cancers (CRCs) heavily bedecked with tumor-related neoantigens are likely to be permeated with disease-fighting white blood cells (WBCs). The discovery helps sharpen research into therapies that make tumors more vulnerable to such an attack and into companion diagnostics. More...27 Apr 2016
Pathway Implicated in Development of Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Scientists have identified a protein whose dysfunction appears to be involved in causing the tissue damage in patients with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE). The finding may lead to improved pathology analysis, diagnostics, and specific drug therapies for patients. More...26 Apr 2016
Blood Test Detects Genetic Mutations in Lung Cancer
A simple blood test can rapidly and accurately detect mutations in two key genes in non-small-cell lung tumors, demonstrating the test's potential as a clinical tool for identifying patients who can benefit from drugs targeting those mutations. More...26 Apr 2016
Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer Patients Expanded
Next-generation sequencing (NGS) allows testing for mutations in additional breast cancer predisposition genes. The frequency of germline mutations detected by using NGS has been reported in patients with breast cancer who were referred for Breast Cancer Early Onset 1 and 2 (BRCA1/2) testing or with triple-negative breast cancer. More...21 Apr 2016
Blood Test Evaluated for Suspected Obstructive Coronary Artery Disease
Coronary artery disease (CAD) also known as ischemic heart disease is a very common heart condition in the USA and one in seven deaths among Americans is caused by CAD. A common symptom is chest pain or discomfort, which may travel into the shoulder, arm, back, neck, or jaw. More...21 Apr 2016
Association Found Between MC1R Variant and Melanoma Risk
A new study finds that melanocortin-1 receptor is a risk factor for melanoma independent of sun exposure, supporting recent mouse model research that showed a UV radiation-independent pathway for development of melanoma and highlighting the importance of the genetic background of the host. More...12 Apr 2016
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