Cancer Cytogenetics Unraveled

By Tracy Raoul

Cancer is an intricately orchestrated disease that wreaks havoc on our bodies.
Physicians and researchers continuously try unraveling its mysteries.
Clinical and research laboratories provide results through extensive testing platforms.
This book aims to unravel some of the mysteries of cancer
cytogenetics by explaining in layman's terms from the perspective of the clinical laboratorian.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Spines
• Release date: Apr 23, 2024
• ISBN: 9798893831429

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Tracy Raoul

Cancer Cytogenetics Unraveled

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Published by Spines

ISBN: 979-8-89383-142-9

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DISCLAIMER

The information provided in this book is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with your physician or healthcare provider before making any decisions related to your health or medical conditions. If you have a specific disease or condition, seek personalized guidance from a qualified medical professional. Remember that individual cases may vary, and what works for one person may not be suitable for another. Your health is paramount, and seeking professional advice is crucial.

CANCER CYTOGENETICS UNRAVELED

TRACY RAOUL

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

Michelle LeBeau, Ph.D., for the opportunity to work at the University of Chicago Cancer Cytogenetics Lab to help me find my niche, chromosome analysis.

Formerly, Director, University of Chicago Cancer Research Center and Director, University of Chicago Cancer Cytogenetics Laboratory

Katrin Carlson, Ph.D., for her tutelage at University of Chicago Cancer Cytogenetics Laboratory and the opportunity to help her lab at Ann & Robert Lurie Children’s Hospital with chromosome and FISH analyses.

Scientific Director, Cytogenetics Laboratory Ann & Robert Lurie Children’s Hospital

All Praises to God for allowing me to complete this work in progress for many years and for my family whose continued support helps me maintain all my spinning plates! XOXOXOXO

DEDICATION

This book is dedicated to my mother, Barbara, who planted the seed of medicine in me at a very young age.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Tracy Raoul received her Bachelor of Science in Biology