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Cystic Fibrosis DNA detection

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Test Cystic Fibrosis DNA detection
Indication The test is indicated for a family with history of cystic fibrosis, the test helps to have a complete family pedigree that includes all medical histories. It is also indicated for prenatal diagnosis in couples known to be carriers.
Physiology Cystic fibrosis is inherited as an autosomal recessive disorder. The gene responsible for the disease has recently been identified and was found to have 250 kilobases and codes for a protein that contains 1480 aminoacids.
Interpretation Alpha fetoprotein, Chloride, Chromosome analysis, Polymerase chain reaction
Sample Laboratory generally provides an interpretive report.
Test Method DNA hybridization
Related Tests Whole blood, amniotic fluid, chorionic villus
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I am in my 3 months pregnancy and while blood test HB f shows 23, which indicates High. What are the adverse effects because of this? Will it affect my baby?
(Posted by FINCY, Bahrain Date : 11/28/2010 )