Saliva Screening for Genetic Mutations

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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