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Altering Genetic Destiny: The Life-Saving Power of Lynch Syndrome Detection
Lynch syndrome is the most common form of hereditary colon cancer. Explore the genetics of Lynch syndrome and learn about the importance of screening.

Living Life to the Fullest: A Decade with Lynch Syndrome
Read the story of Mike Dampf, who found out he had Lynch syndrome when he was diagnosed with colon cancer at age 37.

Dreaming of Universal Tumor Screening
In this article, learn why cancer genetics expert Heather Hampel wants every new colorectal tumor to be tested for Lynch syndrome.

Life with Lynch Syndrome
Carrie Ketcham had her first cancer diagnosis at age 44 and was diagnosed with Lynch syndrome five year later. Read her story.
Technical Articles
Homogeneous Assays for Triglyceride Metabolism Research
Measuring triglycerides and their metabolism is important for understanding metabolic disease.
5 minute read
Verifying Cell-Based Assays for Use with 3D Models
The use of 3D models provides increased physiological relevance, but it can also present challenges.
6 minute read
Considerations for PCR-Based Viral Assay Development
PCR-based testing is an important tool for detecting SARS-CoV-2 virus in samples.
8 minute read
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