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1. Myeloma Research Unit:
- The research at myeloma research unit is focused on clinical and laboratory studies on
multiple myeloma. Clinical studies include ongoing clinical trials
and stem cell transplantation. Laboratory studies use a range of
molecular and cell biology techniques to study the cell of origin of
Myeloma and to develop new treatment strategies.
Myeloma Research
Publications
- 2. Kanematsu Laboratory:
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- The Kanematsu Laboratory has several groups which focus on gene regulation, DNA
methylation, molecular and cellular biology of leukaemia, cytogenetics of malignant
disorders, cancer invasion and metastasis and biomathematical modelling of CML after
transplantation.
- 3. Feto-maternal Unit:
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Quantitation of fetomaternal haemorrhage is performed
using flow cytometry and directly conjugated antibodies to Rh(D) or HbF.
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Current studies in collaboration with the Department of Fetal Medicine
involve the identification of fetal gene sequences in samples of
amniotic fluid, chorion villus and in maternal plasma using PCR
techniques. Determination of the Kell or Rh(D) status of the fetus
is now possible in pregnancies where there are maternal antibodies to Rh
or Kell antigens.
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- 4. Blood Doping:
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The laboratory has been supported by the United States
Antidoping Agency to develop tests for homologous and autologous
transfusions in elite athletes. Tests for homologous transfusions were
successfully introduced into the Athens 2004 Olympics.
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