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Inherited mutations that predispose to cancer are almost invariably what kind of gene?
Infectious Disease
Diseases caused by pathogenic microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses, parasites, or fungi; these diseases can be spread, directly or indirectly, from one person to another.
Diabetes
A chronic condition characterized by high levels of sugar in the blood due to the body's inability to produce or use insulin effectively.
Immune System
The body's defense mechanism against infections, diseases, and foreign substances, comprising organs, cells, and proteins.
Secretion of Hormones
The process by which endocrine glands produce and release chemicals (hormones) into the bloodstream, influencing various bodily functions.
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