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Simple numerical chromosome aberrations in two pituitary adenomas
C U Dietrich1, N Pandis, P Bjerre
1Department of Medical Genetics, Odense University, Denmark.
Cancer Genetics and Cytogenetics
|September 1, 1993
Summary
Cytogenetic analysis of pituitary adenomas reveals numerical chromosomal abnormalities. Trisomy 9 is a potential primary anomaly in these tumors.
Area of Science:
- Genetics
- Oncology
- Endocrinology
Background:
- Pituitary adenomas are common tumors.
- Cytogenetic analysis is crucial for understanding tumor development.