Central nervous system pathology MCQ - Astrocytoma
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Central nervous system pathology MCQ - Astrocytoma

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CNS PATHOLOGY MCQ- ASTROCYTOMA
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Correct answer is D
🥮The most common BRAF mutation in pilocytic astrocytoma is
KIAA1549-BRAF fusions, however BRAF V600E mutations are also seen.
🍕Pilocytic astrocytoma is of glial origin and hence is GFAP positive
🍪Pilocytic astrocytoma is associated with mutations in NF-1 but not TSC- 2 gene.

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