What Genes Are Most Likely Mutated in Inherited Colon Cancer

question 9

Multiple Choice

What genes are most likely mutated in inherited colon cancer with microsatellite instability?

• A) FLT3, NPM
• B) BRCA1, BRCA2
• C) MLH1, MSH2
• D) RET, n-myc

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