BRCA1

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BRCA1
TermBRCA1
Short definitionBRCA1 - A gene on chromosome 17 that normally helps suppress cell growth. A person who inherits certain mutations (changes) in a BRCA1 gene has a higher risk of developing breast, ovarian, prostate, and other cancers 
TypeCancer terms
SpecialtyOncology
LanguageEnglish
SourceNCI
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BRCA1 - A gene on chromosome 17 that normally helps suppress cell growth. A person who inherits certain mutations (changes) in a BRCA1 gene has a higher risk of developing breast, ovarian, prostate, and other cancers

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