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WNT9B gene mutation can predict higher prostate cancer risk

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Researchers identified a mutation in the WNT9B gene linked to significantly higher prostate cancer risk. Studies across multiple populations confirmed this finding, marking it as a major genetic risk factor alongside other established high-risk genes.

The discovery underscores (once more!) the importance of genetic screening for informed treatment and family risk assessment!

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