PTPRN2 rs117114682 breast cancer link

Key takeaways

  • This variant is linked to breast cancer in childhood survivors.
  • The G allele increases risk with an effect size of 2.23 and p=4e-7.
  • Only this association has been reported.

Key takeaways

  • This variant is linked to breast cancer in childhood survivors with a reported effect size of 2.23 and p=4e-7 based on about 2000 individuals.
  • The G allele is associated with higher risk.

What the research says This variant is associated with breast cancer in childhood cancer survivors 29059430. The G allele increases risk with an effect size of 2.23 and p=4e-7 [29059430].

Reported associations Breast cancer in childhood survivors this variant increases risk with an effect size of 2.23 and p=4e-7 [29059430].

Evidence quality The GWAS used about 2000 childhood cancer survivors and found the G allele associated with breast cancer (effect size 2.23, p=4e-7). This is a single association; no conflicting data reported.

No lifestyle considerations on file for this variant.

Lifestyle context

Concrete actions anchored to the cited research. We do not prescribe, we describe.

Screening

  • breast cancer risk screening and assessment Moderate

    PTPRN2 rs117114682 G-allele carriers show 2.23-fold increased breast cancer risk in cancer survivors

    Discuss with oncologist or primary care physician about baseline screening age and frequency

Frequently asked questions

What does rs117114682 mean?

rs117114682 is a genetic change in the PTPRN2 gene that is linked to higher risk of breast cancer in childhood survivors.

Is this variant common?

The G allele is found at low frequency and has been studied in about 2000 individuals.

Can I reduce my risk with lifestyle changes?

_No lifestyle considerations on file for this variant._