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Image: Histopathology of pancreatic endocrine tumor (insulinoma) (Photo courtesy of Wikipedia Commons).

Gene Mutation Identified as Diagnostic Target for Insulinoma

A recurrent mutation in the transcription factor Yin Yang 1 is related with insulinoma oncogenesis, implicating a potential marker for the diagnosis and treatment of functional pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors.  More...
26 Dec 2013
Image: Normal brain (left) compared with one from a severe case of Alzheimer’s disease (right) (Photo courtesy of US National Institute on Aging).

Rare Gene Variants Doubles Alzheimer's Disease Risk

Variations in a gene have been identified that doubles a person's risk of developing Alzheimer's disease later in life.    More...
26 Dec 2013
Image: The OncotypeDX Breast Cancer Assay (Photo courtesy of Genomic Health).

Genetic Signature Identifies Patients with Aggressive Triple-Negative Cancers

A genetic test has the potential to help physicians identify patients with the most lethal forms of triple-negative breast cancer, a disease that requires aggressive and innovative treatment.   More...
25 Dec 2013

Melanoma Diagnostic Distinguishes Between Malignant and Benign Skin Lesions

A new diagnostic test effectively differentiates malignant melanoma from benign pigmented skin lesions. It is designed specifically for difficult to diagnose melanoma cases.  More...
24 Dec 2013
Image: The Ion Torrent Personal Genome Machine (PGM) (Photo courtesy of Life Technologies).

Rapid Whole Genome Sequencing Detects Microorganisms from Clinical Samples

A technique known as whole genome sequencing has been used to identify and completely characterize bacteria causing urinary tract infections.  More...
23 Dec 2013
Image: The Omni Express Bead Chip (Photo courtesy of Illumina).

Genetic Links Found to Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia

Genome-wide association studies of chronic lymphocytic leukemia have shown that common genetic variation contributes to the heritable risk of CLL.  More...
18 Dec 2013

Evidence Warrants Endometrial Cancer Tumor Testing to Identify Women with Lynch Syndrome

A review of accumulating evidence has led to a strong recommendation to screen all endometrial cancer patients for Lynch syndrome.  More...
18 Dec 2013
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