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February 2013 in “InTech eBooks” Genetic mutations cause various hair diseases, and whole genome sequencing may reveal more about these conditions.
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January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” Scientists have found specific genes linked to different hair loss conditions, which could lead to new treatments.
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October 2004 in “Molecular and Cellular Biology” Mice with a specific BRCA1 mutation have a higher risk of tumors, especially in the uterus and ovaries.
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