Which Genetic Mutations Associated with Cancer Can be Detected Prenatally?
Genetic mutations that can predispose individuals to cancer can be detected prenatally. Some of these include:
- BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations, associated with breast and ovarian cancer. - TP53 mutations, linked to Li-Fraumeni syndrome, which increases the risk of various early-onset cancers. - APC mutations, associated with familial adenomatous polyposis, a condition that can lead to colorectal cancer.