Genotyping

Promising new cervical cancer test fills in the gap missed by Pap tests

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Promising new cervical cancer test fills in the gap missed by Pap tests

In a recent study published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute, researchers assessed a novel human papillomavirus (HPV) and host deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) methylation score for adenocarcinoma in-situ (AIS) and cervical adenocarcinoma (ADC) screening. Study: A novel human papillomavirus and host DNA methylation score and detection of cervical adenocarcinoma. Image Credit: mi_viri/Shutterstock.com HPV … Read more

Evidence from adults seeking treatment reveals intriguing oligogenic patterns

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Evidence from adults seeking treatment reveals intriguing oligogenic patterns

Obesity is a complex disorder that is dependent on environmental and genetic factors. Severe obesity, which is otherwise known as class III obesity, is a chronic condition that increases the risk of mortality and morbidity. Current estimates indicate that the healthcare costs of individuals with severe obesity are 40% greater as compared to people with … Read more