What are germline mutations and what role do they play in hereditary cancer?

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Is Cancer Hereditary? Myths and Facts about Cancer Genetics - OncoDaily Is cancer hereditary? Learn how inherited mutations impact cancer risk, who should consider genetic testing, and how it informs prevention.

Is Cancer Hereditary? Myths and Facts about Cancer Genetics

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March 22nd is #𝗟𝘆𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗗𝗮𝘆! Lynch Syndrome is due to inherited mutations in #MLH1, #MSH2, #MSH6, #PMS2, and #EPCAM. Did you know that 1 in 279 individuals have #LynchSyndrome, yet only 5% know they are positive for #LynchSyndrome?

That’s great! My family is #MLH1 Been riding the #lynchsyndrome train for nearly 10 years. Finding a strong, knowledgeable team to guide you is key. Sounds like you have one!