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New genetic test developed at Emory advances detection and diagnosis of muscular dystrophy |
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Muscular Dystrophy
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Emory University
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Thursday, 28 June 2007 |
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A new genetic test targeting the most common types of muscular dystrophy--those caused by mutations in the Dystrophin gene--is far quicker with greater accuracy and sensitivity than existing tests. It can be used to confirm clinical diagnoses, to test female family members who may be carriers, and to perform prenatal testing.
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 28 June 2007 )
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New "MRC Centre for Neuromuscular Diseases" could ‘lead the world’ in neuromuscular research |
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Muscular Dystrophy
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UCL
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Thursday, 08 March 2007 |
Researchers into neuromuscular disease and those affected by these conditions have welcomed a significant MRC grant to create the MRC Centre for Neuromuscular Diseases, turning our growing understanding of the mechanisms of neuromuscular disorders into practical treatments and cures. The centre is a result of a partnership between a group of academic and medical institutions committed to translating research into patient care. These are UCL's Institute of Neurology and Institute of Child Health, the University of Newcastle, University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH), Newcastle Hospitals NHS Trust, and Great Ormond St Hospital for Children (GOSH).
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 08 March 2007 )
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