Fusion Genes
Fusion genes are genetic mutations wherein two previously separate genes are joined together, leading to hybrid genes that have unique functions. They are widely studied due to their importance in various diseases such as cancer, as mutations in fusion genes have been found to contribute to the progression of cancer. Fusion genes are studied using techniques such as polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and DNA sequencing to identify the products of the recombination. If a fusion gene is found to be associated with a particular form of cancer, it can be used as a target for drug development and personalized therapy.
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