Question 271 · LEK · Oncogenetics
In ovarian cancer diagnostics, the family history of this cancer is of high significance. Which genes should be considered in gene mutation testing that could help assess an increased risk of ovarian cancer among family members?
- A. P 53.
- B. Bcl-2.
- C. BRCA1 and BRCA2.
- D. ACE 2.
- E. HE4.
Hint
Think of the genes responsible for hereditary breast and ovarian cancer syndrome.
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