NHS gene check is helping children with cancer
Briefly

Whole genome sequencing (WGS) checks the entire DNA code of the tumor to identify each cancer-causing mutation, guiding precise medicine selection and providing insights into familial cancer risk.
In a third of cases evaluated, WGS enhanced doctors' understanding and treatment of cancer, detecting mutations that increased future cancer risk and informing preventive measures such as regular screening.
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