How Does a Genetic Mutation Lead to Cancer

How does a germline genetic mutation (also called a variant) like RUNX1-FPD lead to cancer? What role does a germline v. acquired (also callled somatic) mutation play in the process? Kayla Hamilton, MS, Certified Genetic Counselor, of Boston Children's Hospital and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute explains.

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