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Old 09-12-2005, 05:45 PM   #2
imported_Joe
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The results of specific molecular tests on your cancer cells may play a significant role in determining treatment and prognosis. For example, breast cancer is often treated differently depending on whether the cancer cells are found to be Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) or Negative (ER-). ER+ cells have receptors for estrogen on their surface, and their growth often requires the presence of estrogen. ER+ tumors are more affected by hormonal treatment and tend to be less aggressive.


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