Multiple, distinct Y chromosomes associated with significant excess risk of prostate cancer

Sunday, October 27, 2013 - 20:00 in Health & Medicine

Multiple, distinct Y chromosomes are associated with significant excess prostate cancer risk, according to analysis of multi-generational families. Researchers intend to study these Y chromosomes for genetic mutations that predispose a man to develop the cancer.

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