Precision Medicine · Pathology

The concept of actionable mutation refers to:

  1. A mutation that introduces a laboratory processing error
  2. A mutation targetable by an existing therapy
  3. A silent mutation with no effect
  4. A mutation unrelated to disease
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Correct answer: A mutation targetable by an existing therapy

An actionable mutation is one for which a targeted therapy exists. Identifying such mutations allows clinicians to tailor treatment strategies.

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