CSNK2B Expression Aligns with a GDF15-Associated Immune Molecular State in Hepatocellular Carcinoma
Background: Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) remains a major cause of cancer-related mortality, and responses to immune checkpoint blockade are often limited. Casein kinase 2 beta (CK2beta), encoded by CSNK2B, has established tumor-intrinsic functions, but its relationship with immune states in HCC remains unclear. Metho...