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Apr 23, 2016

“Liquid biopsy” blood test detects genetic mutations

Posted by in categories: biotech/medical, genetics, health

A simple blood test can rapidly and accurately detect mutations in two key genes in non-small cell lung tumors, researchers at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and other institutions report in a new study – demonstrating the test’s potential as a clinical tool for identifying patients who can benefit from drugs targeting those mutations.

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