摘要:
The present invention provides methods for identifying or assessing probabilities for developing an abnormal condition in subject and for the recurrence of the abnormal condition in the subject after receiving treatment. The method comprises determining the methylation status of at least one gene in the subject and comparing this methylation status to normal methylation status. Differences between the methylation status of the one or more genes is indicative of the subject developing an abnormal condition or for the recurrence of the abnormal conditions after receiving treatment.