There Are Multiple Mutations in the BRCA1 Gene That Physicians

question 4

Multiple Choice

There are multiple mutations in the BRCA1 gene that physicians use to determine cancer treatments. Which of the following mutations would indicate the patient has breast cancer and treatment should be explored?

• A) Deleterious
• B) Benign polymorphism
• C) Variant, favor polymorphism
• D) Suspected deleterious
• E) Variation of uncertain significance

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