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SerpinB3 is known as a key protein that helps reveal when the body's barrier tissues, such as the skin and lungs, are under intense strain from cancer or long-term illness.

Their findings showed consistent results in both laboratory tests using human lung cancer cell lines and in animal studies designed to mirror real tumor behavior.

Asbestos, once widely used in building materials, can release toxic fibres into the air if disturbed or processed that can cling to the lungs and - over decades - cause cancer.

The 32-year-old now faces a long road to recovery and has to learn to walk after suffering multiple broken bones and a punctured lung.

They can damage the lungs and cause diseases including cancer.