Researchers found that a common gene test already used for leukemia patients can pick who will benefit from a new targeted drug. The drug blocks an enzyme called DCPS and works best for patients with low FHIT protein levels.
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Common genetic marker may guide new treatment for acute leukemia

5-24% Of AML Patients % FHIT protein levels
36% Of MDS Patients % IDH2 mutation link
24 AML Samples Primary samples tested
24 AML samples tested
5-24% patients with low FHIT
36% MDS patients with FHIT silencing