Examination of Genetic Alterations in Preneoplastic and Neoplastic Lesions of the Lung From Uranium Miners. Final Technical Report
Lung cancer is one of the leading causes of death in the United States and in Western Europe. The incidence of lung cancer in developing countries is rising as their cigarette smoking habits increase. The objectives of this proposed research are to analyze genetic alterations associated with the development and progression on non-small cell lung carcinoma (MSCLC). Endpoints that may be realized from this proposed research are: (1) detection of early genetic and/or cellular alterations which ultimately could lead to diagnostic modalities for the early detection of lung cancer; and (2) detection of novel tumor suppressor genes on chromosome 9p. This proposal will analyze both tumor specimens and sputum samples.
- Research Organization:
- University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH (US)
- Sponsoring Organization:
- US Department of Energy (US)
- DOE Contract Number:
- FG02-96ER62239
- OSTI ID:
- 763958
- Resource Relation:
- Other Information: PBD: 12 Jul 2000
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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