mutation

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A mutation in this gene, which encourages overeating and means we feel less full, is carried by roughly a fifth of the global population.

From BBC

It turned out to be acute myeloid leukemia with a rare mutation, mostly seen in older people.

From Los Angeles Times

The researchers found that when liver cells exist in a less mature state, they are more likely to become cancerous if a damaging mutation occurs later.

From Science Daily

One major reason is that the stem cells responsible for producing blood and immune cells can accumulate genetic mutations over time, increasing the risk of cancer and other health problems.

From Science Daily

The same mutations also appear in certain uterine, skin and breast cancers.

From Science Daily