rs116264057 - TENM2 linked to high-grade astrocytoma

Key takeaways

  • This variant is linked to high-grade astrocytoma a rare brain cancer
  • The effect size reported is 3.87 with p=5e-6 in about 7 thousand people

Key takeaways

  • This variant is linked to high-grade astrocytoma a rare brain cancer
  • The effect size reported is 3.87 with p=5e-6 in about 7 thousand people

What the research says This variant rs116264057 - TENM2 is associated with high-grade astrocytoma a rare brain cancer. The reported effect size is 3.87 and p=5e-6 based on about 7 thousand individuals [PMID 36810956].

Reported associations

  • Astrocytoma (high-grade) the variant increases risk with an effect size of 3.87 p=5e-6 in about 7 thousand individuals [PMID 36810956].

Evidence quality The supplied studies do not report a direct trait association for this variant; the rsid appears via GWAS Catalog association [PMID 36810956]. The evidence is limited to one case series with small sample size.

No lifestyle considerations on file for this variant.

Frequently asked questions

What does rs116264057 mean?

It is a change in the TENM2 gene that has been linked to high-grade astrocytoma according to one study.

Is this variant common?

The study examined about 7 thousand individuals and found the association but it is not described as common or rare.

Can I get a test for this?

There is no specific test for rs116264057; standard brain cancer screening may detect related changes.