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March 22, 2006

Breast Cancer Gene Test Has Flaw

The widely used genetic test for breast cancer risk can miss mutations that help cause the disease, according to a new study, a finding that is likely to increase the pressure to develop more thorough testing methods.

The test, which looks for mutations in genes called BRCA1 and BRCA2, missed them in about 12 percent of breast cancer patients from families with multiple cases of breast or ovarian cancer, according to the study's authors at the University of Washington. (nytimes.com)

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August 12, 2005

More Breast Cancer Genes Identified

Canadian researchers say they've identified 153 more genes that promote breast cancer growth, and have found that blocking one gene in particular can stop estrogen-driven breast cancer -- at least in the laboratory. (Forbes)

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August 04, 2005

New Breast Cancer Genes Found

Scientists said on Thursday they had pinpointed four new genes believed to be involved in the development of breast cancer. By examining tissue from 53 breast cancer tumors and cells grown in the laboratory, researchers at the University of Cambridge in England narrowed down the search for the genes that that could provide a basis for new treatments for the disease. (Reuters)

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August 31, 2004

New Breast Cancer Gene Discovered

Canadian researchers have identified a new gene they say drives tumor growth in breast cancer, a discovery that might lead to a drug therapy with minimalside-effects, it is reported Tuesday. (Xinhuanet)

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