Results from a Patient's Genetic Testing Indicate Mutations in the BRAF

question 11

Multiple Choice

Results from a patient's genetic testing indicate mutations in the BRAF gene.This finding is most associated with which of the following?

• A)A greater risk for thromboembolism
• B)A specific medication used to treat colorectal cancer being rendered ineffective
• C)A higher risk for developing breast cancer
• D)An ability to identify patients with melanoma who might benefit from treatment with specific drugs

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