Analysis of a breakpoint cluster reveals insight into the mechanism of intrachromosomal amplification in a lymphoid malignancy

A distinct sub-group of B-cell precursor acute lymphoblastic leukemia, defined by intrachromosomal amplification of chromosome 21 (iAMP21), is restricted to older children and has been associated with a poor outcome. Accurate diagnosis is important for appropriate risk stratification for treatment....

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Main Authors: Sinclair, Paul B. (Author), Parker, Helen (Author), An, Qian (Author), Rand, Vikki (Author), Ensor, Hannah (Author), Harrison, Christine J. (Author), Strefford, Jonathan C. (Author)
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: 2011-07-01.
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