Two different point mutations in ABL gene ATP-binding domain conferring Primary Imatinib resistance in a Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML) patient: A case report

<p>Imatinib (Gleevec) is the effective therapy for BCR-ABL positive CML patients. Point mutations have been detected in ATP-binding domain of ABL gene which disturbs the binding of Gleevec to this target leading to resistance. Detection of mutations is helpful in clinical management of imatini...

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Main Authors: Iqbal Zafar, Siddiqui Rubina T., Qureshi Javed A.
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2004-01-01
Series:Biological Procedures Online
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Online Access:http://www.biologicalprocedures.com/bpo/arts/1/83/m83.htm