Joint association of cytokine gene variants and circulating inflammatory markers with increased breast cancer risk
A scientific study published in Nature investigates the link between cytokine gene variants, inflammatory markers, and breast cancer risk. The research suggests that genetic predisposition combined with systemic inflammation may improve cancer risk assessment.
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Advancements in understanding the genetic and inflammatory basis of cancer are critical for developing better diagnostic and risk-stratification tools.
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