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Breast Cancer Gene-free Baby Born

Breast cancer gene-free baby born

The first baby in the UK tested before implantation for a genetic form of breast cancer has been born.
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Born Baby Gene-free Cancer Breast

While it is nice to see that they can cause a baby to be born free of this type of cancer, are we going too far? If we can manipulate a gene to make sure a child is born free of cancer. What is the next thing we will manipulate?

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New gene identified as cause, early indicator of breast cancer

When mutated, a gene known for its ability to repair DNA, appears to instead cause breast cancer, scientists report. Mutations of the gene are known to be present in both early onset breast and ovarian cancer. Now scientists have shown that the stem, or progenitor cells, which should ultimately make healthy breast tissue, can also have GT198 mutations that prompt them to instead make a perfect bed for breast cancer. Ref. Source 4t.