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Stem cell mutations
Here's an article on stem cell mutation. Apparently, we all have various mutations on our blood stem cells. As we age, more mutations occur. However, they don't lead to leukemia. They have discovered that there are only a handful that lead to leukemia.
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases...0719132606.htm
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Marlene, wife to John DX w/SAA April 2002, Stable partial remission; Treated with High Dose Cytoxan, Johns Hopkins, June 2002. Final phlebotomy 11/2016. As of July 2021 HGB 12.0, WBC 4.70/ANC 3.85, Plts 110K. |
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Mutations
Very interesting Marlene!
Kind regards Birgitta-A |
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