Gene index

2 article(s) in the watch · Cancer genetics

RB1 is the prototypical tumour-suppressor gene. Germline variants cause heritable retinoblastoma and a risk of second cancers.

InheritanceAutosomal dominant
Clinical spectrumRetinoblastoma, osteosarcoma and other second cancers
ManagementEarly infant ophthalmological screening; second-tumour surveillance.

Curated publications

Frequently asked questions

How is a RB1-related condition inherited?+

Autosomal dominant

What is the clinical spectrum associated with RB1?+

Retinoblastoma, osteosarcoma and other second cancers

What is the management associated with RB1?+

Early infant ophthalmological screening; second-tumour surveillance.

How many Geno'X publications cover the RB1 gene?+

2 publication(s) on RB1 have been selected, summarised and scored by Geno'X on a public grading grid (domains: Cancer genetics).