Microsatellite instability (MSI) testing is particularly important in:
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Correct answer: Colorectal cancer
MSI testing is crucial in colorectal cancer for identifying Lynch syndrome and predicting response to immunotherapy. High MSI indicates defective DNA mismatch repair.
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