genetic abnormality

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It will facilitate the development of bespoke therapies that target a specific problem, such as a genetic abnormality, that causes severely debilitating or life-threatening diseases.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026

Testing showed a fatal genetic abnormality in her fetus, a mutation that would kill it in utero or shortly after birth.

From Salon • Dec. 13, 2023

He concluded the statute’s criminal provisions were likely unconstitutionally vague and said it was unclear at what point in the process doctors can be deemed to be aware that a fetal genetic abnormality exists.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 30, 2023

The research showed women who have a common genetic abnormality in their cancers could expect to survive almost twice as long after being given Capivaertib than those given the standard treatment alone.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2022

The genetic abnormality provision “is a bigger bite than we’ve taken in a while,” Barto said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2021