Since symptoms and cancer risks occur early in life, it is reasonable to test children for this condition if it is suspected. If the child has no symptoms, it is highly unlikely that he or she has the condition as it is fairly highly penetrant.
Other Questions About Nijmegen breakage syndrome (NBS)
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