Qualitative differences in the type of gene mutations have also been reported.
The cottony coat may be the result of a single gene mutation.
Other gene mutations are also known to contribute to development of resistance.
Unfortunately, there is no treatment available for these diseases, which are caused by gene mutations passed down in families.
You do not have certain gene mutations or chromosome changes.
Up to 10 percent of those cancers are thought to be caused by inherited gene mutations.
Those without the gene mutations lived 29 months on average.
About 1-2% of cases run in families and have been linked to specific gene mutations.
Scientists can then evaluate the cells and any gene mutations.
The parents and other children may have no sign of the disease, suggesting a gene mutation, probably before conception.