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Cancer
Scientists at University of Cambridge target cancer
June 4th, 2009
According to recent research published in the journal Cancer Epidemiology Biomarkers & Prevention, "Mammographic breast density (MBD) has a strong genetic component. Investigating the genetic models for mammographic density may provide further insights into the genetic factors affecting breast cancer risk." "To evaluate the familial aggregation of MBD and investigate the genetic models of susceptibility. WE! used data on 746 women from 305 families participating in the Sisters in Breast Screening study. Retrieved mammograms were digitized, and percent mammographic density was determined using the Cumulus software. Linear regression analysis was done to identify...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2009-06-04)
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