Classification of a VUS in MLH1 using a combination of family segregation studies and protein biochemistry.
2013
342 Background: The identification of variants of unknown clinical significance (VUS) presents a challenge for diagnostic laboratories and clinicians working with families with Lynch syndrome (LS). Although a variety of strategies exist to attempt clarification, data from multiple sources is often required before a VUS is re-classified to pathogenic or benign. Methods: We report on the investigation of 2 families with a variant in the MMR gene MLH1, c.2038T>C (p.Cys680Arg). In addition to segregation analysis, and review of published literature, the c-terminal domain of MLH1was cloned, the p.Cys680Arg variant was generated using site-directed mutagenesis and protein expression was induced. In addition, this point mutation was modelled onto the crystal structure of the dimerization domain of MLH1. Results: Both families fit Amsterdam criteria for a diagnosis of LS. All available tumours exhibited MLH1 deficiency and microsatellite instability and all living affected individuals available were positive for ...
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