A comprehensive study based on large-sample multi-omics integration and machine learning to decode mitochondria-associated genes: from digestive tract tumours to gastric cancer - Report - MDSpire

A comprehensive study based on large-sample multi-omics integration and machine learning to decode mitochondria-associated genes: from digestive tract tumours to gastric cancer

  • By

  • Wei Zhang

  • Yu-Lu Tang

  • Yi-Yang Chen

  • Ya Shang

  • Hong-Bo Mo

  • Jie Huang

  • Yu-Feng Li

  • Ze-Hua Liu

  • Ge-Li Tan

  • Yan-Kun Ning

  • Guo-Qiang Chen

  • Jing-Wen Ling

  • Lei Wang

  • Jia-Shu Jiang

  • Jia-Yuan Luo

  • Gang Chen

  • July 6, 2026

  • 0 min

Share

Clinical Report: Investigation of LACTB2 in Gastric Cancer Using Multi-Omics

Overview

This study investigates the role of the mitochondrial gene LACTB2 in gastric cancer (GC) and presents a novel blood-based diagnostic model. Findings indicate that LACTB2 overexpression is linked to clinical metastasis and immune evasion.

Background

Gastric cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related morbidity and mortality globally, with a low five-year survival rate for advanced cases. The identification of reliable biomarkers and therapeutic targets is critical for improving early diagnosis and treatment outcomes. Mitochondrial genes, particularly LACTB2, warrant further investigation.

Data Highlights

This study analyzed LACTB2 expression in a cohort of 10,581 samples, including 236 internal gastric cancer samples, and integrated multi-omics data for comprehensive analysis.

Key Findings

  • LACTB2 overexpression is associated with clinical metastasis in gastric cancer patients.
  • LACTB2 may mediate immune suppression and immune evasion through various mechanisms.
  • A significant transcriptional regulatory network exists upstream of LACTB2.
  • Dysregulated LACTB2 expression can impact the prognosis of gastric cancer patients.
  • An early blood diagnostic model for gastric cancer was developed based on the upstream miRNA of LACTB2.

Clinical Implications

The findings suggest that LACTB2 could serve as a potential biomarker for prognosis and diagnosis in gastric cancer.

Conclusion

This study enhances the understanding of LACTB2's role in gastric cancer.

Related Resources & Content

  1. NCCN Guidelines for Patients, 2026 -- Gastric Cancer
  2. ASCO Guideline Update, 2026 -- Immunotherapy and Targeted Therapy for Advanced Gastroesophageal Cancer
  3. IARC Working Group Report, 2026 -- Helicobacter pylori screen-and-treat strategies for gastric cancer prevention
  4. npj Digital Medicine — Multi-dimensional omics integrated machine learning framework identifies macrophage-fibroblast-tumor co-infiltration patterns to predict prognosis in gastric cancer
  5. Frontiers in Immunology — Machine learning-based identification of an oxidative phosphorylation signature for prognosis, immune infiltration, and drug sensitivity in ovarian cancer
  6. the analytical scientist — A Global Atlas of Human Molecular Diversity
  7. Frontiers in Immunology — Integrative multi-omics analysis identifies a CMA-associated heterogeneity risk score and a cDCs-based immune score for robust prognostic stratification in colon cancer with single-center and experimental validation
  8. Liquid biopsies for the diagnosis of early-stage gastric cancer: A 5-year systematic review
  9. Early detection of gastric cancer with the assistance of cell-free DNA fragmentomics
  10. NCCN Guidelines for Patients:
  11. Immunotherapy and Targeted Therapy for Advanced Gastroesophageal Cancer: ASCO Guideline Update | Journal of Clinical Oncology
  12. ACR Appropriateness Criteria® Staging and Follow-up of Gastric Cancer - PubMed
  13. IARC Working Group Report on Helicobacter pylori screen-and-treat strategies for gastric cancer prevention – IARC
  14. Frontiers | Liquid biopsy, multi-cancer early detection, and artificial intelligence: new frontiers in cancer screening from a technological and immunological perspective

Original Source(s)

Related Content