What would be more likely to cause a difference between cancer-resistant and cancer-susceptible individuals? Coding mutations, such as synonymous or noncoding mutations in introns?
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Cancer-resistant individuals have a lower risk of developing cancer compared to the general population. They may have genetic variations that provide protection against cancer or have a more efficient immune system to detect and eliminate cancer cells. On the Show more…
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