Genetics
Gene causing inherited heart condition identified
A UCL-led research team has identified a new gene as a cause of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, an inherited heart condition affecting one in 500 people.
Sep 24, 2021
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News tagged with gene test
Genetics
Researchers develop all-in-one test for the avoidance of de novo genetic disease in embryos
De novo variants (DNVs), genetic mutations that were not previously identifiable in the family history of one of two prospective parents, may cause disease in any children they have. Where a disease-causing DNV is present ...
Aug 31, 2021
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Genetics
CVD genetic testing in children presents unique challenges, needs individualized approach
Cardiovascular genetic testing in children presents unique challenges, requiring pre- and post-test counseling with an individualized approach for families, ideally with the involvement of a specialized interdisciplinary ...
Aug 20, 2021
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Genetics
New genetic tech can fight inherited heart disease, and families can, too
Understanding your risk of heart disease can be as cutting-edge as the latest advances in genetic science – or as down-to-earth as a conversation with grandma. For inherited heart disease specialists, those factors overlap.
Aug 18, 2021
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
How a simple blood test can identify women at risk for preterm birth
One in ten babies is born prematurely in the United States, but a blood test during a routine prenatal visit could reveal if a woman is at risk of a preterm delivery, according to a Michigan State University researcher.
Jul 30, 2021
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Neuroscience
New study identifies key gene correlated with pediatric stroke
Stroke, a devastating condition that causes damage to the brain due to interruption of blood supply, is often considered an adult disease. But children can experience strokes as well. Sadly, pediatric stroke affects one in ...
Jul 29, 2021
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Oncology & Cancer
Research suggests women over 65 be offered hereditary cancer genetic testing
A new study by Fergus Couch, Ph.D., of Mayo Clinic Cancer Center, along with collaborators from the CARRIERS consortium, suggests that most women with breast cancer diagnosed over 65 should be offered hereditary cancer genetic ...
Jul 23, 2021
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Oncology & Cancer
Study identifies MET amplification as driver for some non-small cell lung cancers
A study led by D. Ross Camidge, MD, Ph.D., director of thoracic oncology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine and CU Cancer Center member, has helped to define MET amplification as a rare but potentially actionable ...
Jul 20, 2021
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Medications
New drug class could treat range of cancers with faulty BRCA genes
Scientists have identified a new class of targeted cancer drugs that offer the potential to treat patients whose tumors have faulty copies of the BRCA cancer genes.
Jun 17, 2021
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Genetics
Gene protection for COVID-19 identified
The first evidence of a genetic link explaining why some people who catch COVID-19 don't become sick has been discovered.
Jun 4, 2021
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