Mutational Signature Indicates Risk of Kidney Cancer Recurrence

DNA sequencing can identify mutations that predict recurrence of renal cell carcinoma and may help low-risk patients avoid unnecessary treatment, a study finds.

Mutational Signature Indicates Risk of Kidney Cancer Recurrence

DNA sequencing can identify mutations that predict recurrence of renal cell carcinoma and may help low-risk patients avoid unnecessary treatment, a study finds.

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“Silent” Mutation Linked to Worse Kidney Cancer Outcome

Katarina Zimmer | Feb 17, 2021 | 6 min read

A synonymous mutation in the tumor suppressor gene BAP1 can result in loss of function of the protein without altering its amino acid sequence.