EGFR and K-ras mutations in cytologic samples from fine-needle aspirates in NSCLC patients

Ulivi Paola, Zoli Wainer, Chiadini Elisa, Capelli Laura, Candoli Piero, Calistri Daniele, Silvestrini Rosella, Puccetti Maurizio

Source: Eur Respir J 2012; 40: 267-269
Journal Issue: July
Disease area: Thoracic oncology

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