Which molecular technique is most commonly used for detecting single nucleotide variants in tumor DNA?
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Correct answer: Next-generation sequencing
Next-generation sequencing (NGS) allows high-throughput detection of single nucleotide variants across multiple genes simultaneously. It is a cornerstone of molecular diagnostics in precision oncology.
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