New classification of leukemia subtypes reveals potential of existing drugs

(University Health Network) Using advanced RNA sequencing, scientists have identified two unique subtypes of a prominent mutation present in many patients with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) - called NPM1 - that could help predict survival and improve treatment response for patients whose leukemic cells bear the mutation.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news