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Human uterus colonized by clones with cancer-driving mutations that arise early in life

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Many cells in the inner lining of the uterus carry ‘cancer-driving’ mutations that frequently arise early in life, report scientists. The research team conducted whole-genome sequencing of healthy human endometrium, providing a comprehensive overview of the rates and patterns of DNA changes in this tissue.

Source: ScienceDaily.com