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Breast Cancer
Research from A. Olsen and co-authors yields new data on breast cancer
June 19th, 2008
"The glutathione S-transferase (GST) family of enzymes is involved in the protection of the cell against foreign compounds and may consequently play a role in the development of cancer. Two of the family members, GSTA1 and GSTO1, have only been considered in a very limited number of studies," scientists in Copenhagen, Denmark report. "The objective of this study was to evaluate the potential relationships between GSTA1 and GSTO1 polymorphisms and breast cancer, taking into account the estrogen receptor statuses of the tumors and potential interactions with smoking, and intake of fruits and vegetables. The basis for the study was a nested case-control study including 396...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2008-06-19)
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