Genetic Disorder Reference Sheet: RECQL4
Suzanne M. Mahon DNS, RN, AOCN®, AGN-BC, FAAN
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Description
A gene found on many germline cancer testing panels, RecQ like helicase 4 (RECQL4) is located on chromosome 8. Although it was first described in 1998, its associated cancer risks and implications for treatment are still not well understood.