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I've been reading, but can't find specific information as to what a higher ratio of HER-2 to CEP 17 suggests in terms of treatment or prognosis. I can only assume that a higher percentage of Her-2 markers--and I do know that the test actually turns parts of the cell nucleus orange or green and that reading the test is a matter of counting how many orange or green spots there are--would indicate a the possibility of better response to Herceptin. Of course that is an assumption, so take it for what it's worth. I plan to ask my onc today, and I'll get back with what I learn.
My kids used to tell me I was nuts because I'd spend months learning about some oddball thing or another just for the heck of it. I may never need to know how an offshore oil platform works, but all that scratching of my head over genetics is finally coming in handy. <g>
Tuesday
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