| 摘要 |
<p>A method for monitoring breast conditions in a subject is disclosed. The method comprises determining a Paired Box 2 gene-to-beta defensin-1 gene (PAX2-to-DEFB1) expression ratio (the Donald Predictive Factor or DPF) in cells obtained from the breast of the subject, wherein the PAX2-to-DEFB1 expression ratio is correlated with breast conditions. Also disclosed is a kit for monitoring breast conditions and determining drug resistance.</p> |
