Diagnosis

Saliva Screening for Genetic Mutations

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Carriers of a genetic mutation caused by the ABCC8 gene which can result in children with congenital hyperinsulinism (HI), can now be tested at fertility clinics in many locations around the country through a simple saliva test.  The test, made by a California company, Counsyl, actually screens for 100 different rare disorders including HI.  An … Read more

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Book extract: The 5-Minute Pediatric Consult

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This is an exerpt from a new textbook for diagnostics aimed at pediatricians.  This section is co-written by Dr. Vaneeta Bamba and Dr. Diva D. De León-Crutchlow. De León-Crutchlow was asked to be on our Scientific Advisory Group. This is a nice complement to the article by Glaser posted by Andie. http://www.wrongdiagnosis.com/h/hypoglycemia/book-diseases-20a.htm Find The 5-Minute Pediatric Consult … Read more

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