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Inherited variation in GATA3 gene is linked to relapse in children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia – News-Medical.Net
Scientists at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital are investigating the inherited genetics of childhood leukemia and how particular gene variations can affect treatment outcomes.
Reviewed by Emily Henderson, B.Sc.Sep 11 2020
Scientists at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital are investigating the inherited genetics of childhood leukemia and how particular gene variations can affect treatment outcomes.
The research showed that an inherited variation in the GATA3 gene strongly influences early response to chemotherapy and is linked to relapse in children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL).
The work was published as an advance online publication this week in the Jo…
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