Just reported from the Institute of Cancer Research in the UK are the results of the largest ever genome-wide scan for lung cancer-susceptibility which found 64 specific sequence changes in the genome that can affect an individual’s risk of lung cancer.The researchers found 64 specific changes that affect lung cancer susceptibility. The changes are “low-penetrance alleles� meaning that individually they only contribute to the development of cancer in a minor way.
The researchers found 64 specific changes that affect lung cancer susceptibility. The changes are “low-penetrance alleles� meaning that individually they only contribute to the development of cancer in a minor way.
Professor Richard Houlston from The Institute said, “The exact nature of lung cancer susceptibility is extremely complex, it is important to remember that tobacco smoke is far and away the biggest risk factor for lung cancer. Whilst our research indicates that certain individuals could be at a higher risk of developing the disease it has been proven that the majority of cases of lung cancer are caused by tobacco smoke.�
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