Identifying new biomarkers for cervical cancer (IMAGE)

Fujita Health University

Identifying new biomarkers for cervical cancer

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After a preliminary screening round, researchers identified a set of microRNAs (miRNAs) and cytokines that are abnormally expressed in serum and mucus samples in cases of cervical cancer. These biomarkers could soon be the basis of novel screening protocols for early detection.

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Takuma Fujii from Fujita Health University

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