If you and your partner both are carriers for CF, it doesn’t necessarily mean your child will have CF. But it will likely still affect your pregnancy. Genetic disorders range widely from long-term yet ...
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a common genetic disorders that has been well studied. Researchers have identified CF-causing mutations in a gene called CFTR, which encodes for an ion channel. The genetic ...
While genome sequencing may be the new kid on the block--perhaps now with a cracking voice and fuzzy facial hair--predicting phenotypes is the stuff of classical genetics, honed on the rare ...
Cabinet Peaks Medical Center is proud to offer a convenient, affordable, and accurate genetic testing option for men and ...
When it comes to diseases such as cystic fibrosis (CF), gene editing—a process that alters the biological properties of cells—can be fundamental in driving treatment. But as promising as it is in lab ...
Objective:To describe the psychological reaction to information about diagnostic genetic testing for α-1 antitrypsin deficiency (Alpha-1) and cystic fibrosis (CF) in chronic obstructive pulmonary ...
Cystic fibrosis, a genetic disorder, affects lungs and other organs. It causes thick mucus buildup. Researchers have identified over 2,000 gene mutations. New treatments called CFTR modulators are now ...
The Department of Genetics and Genome Sciences is the proud home of the Cystic Fibrosis Research Center, the Institute for Glial Sciences, the Research Institute for Children's Health, the National ...
KENT COUNTY, Mich — Having a rare condition or a genetic disease can sometimes make the dream of building a family feel impossible. Dr. Mili Thakur is helping couples in West Michigan and across the ...