Leukemia-Genetics

Genetics of Leukemia It is now known that all cancers, including leukemia, begin as a mutation in the genetic material—the DNA within certain cells. Leukemia begins when one or more white blood cells experience DNA loss or damage. The abnormal leukemic cells remain and grow and copy. They do not die off like normal cells, but tend to multiply in fast rate. This is going to causes tumors.

DNA errors also may occur in the form of translocations. Translocations disrupt the normal sequencing of the genes. As a result, cancer-promoting gene son the chromosomes may be "switched on," while cancer-preventing genes may be switched off. Many Doctors often test for these translocations to help diagnose leukemia, determine patient's Disease, and identify Cancer and when it might come back.

Leukemia