Study Reveals Genetic Links To Common Form Of Leukaemia

 01.09.2008 06:27   medicalnewstoday.com

For the first time researchers have proved that there is a genetic susceptibility to developing chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL), the most common form of leukaemia in the Western world. Whilst anecdotal evidence has suggested that inherited factors play a role in the development of CLL, scientists have until now been unable to prove a genetic basis.

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