Short Description

DMD mutation screening (79 Exons) [Prenatal] is performed using MLPA methodology. Sample that have to be given is Amniotic fluid/ Chorionic villi/ Cord Blood in Sterile container/ Sterile Normal Saline Container/ EDTA Vacutainer for this test. You can expect results in 7-10 days

PreTest Information

DMD mutation screening (79 Exons) [Prenatal] can be done with a Doctor’s prescription. Prescription is not applicable for surgery and pregnancy cases or people planing to travel abroad.

Detail Description

DMD Mutation Screening (79 Exons) Prenatal Cost INR 15000 Symptoms Diagnosis - DNA Labs India

DMD (Duchenne muscular dystrophy) is a genetic disorder that affects muscles and can lead to progressive weakness and wasting of muscles. It is caused by a mutation in the DMD gene that leads to the absence of a protein called dystrophin that is important for maintaining the structure and function of muscles.

Symptoms of DMD

The symptoms of DMD usually appear in early childhood and can include:

• Difficulty in walking
• Delayed motor milestones such as sitting and standing
• Frequent falls
• Difficulty in running and jumping
• Progressive muscle weakness
• Waddling gait

Diagnosis of DMD

Diagnosis of DMD involves a combination of clinical examination, family history, and genetic testing. A blood test or a cheek swab is used to obtain a sample of DNA, which is then analyzed for mutations in the DMD gene.

DMD Mutation Screening (79 Exons) Prenatal

DNA Labs India offers DMD mutation screening (79 exons) prenatal testing that can detect mutations in the DMD gene in the fetus during pregnancy. This test is recommended for families with a history of DMD, or if the mother is a carrier of the DMD gene mutation. The test involves analyzing the DNA obtained from amniotic fluid or chorionic villus sampling (CVS) for mutations in the DMD gene.

Cost of DMD Mutation Screening (79 Exons) Prenatal

The cost of DMD mutation screening (79 exons) prenatal testing at DNA Labs India is INR 15000.

Conclusion

DMD mutation screening (79 exons) prenatal testing can help in early detection of DMD in the fetus during pregnancy. Early diagnosis can lead to better management of the condition and improved quality of life for the affected individual. DNA Labs India offers cost-effective and reliable testing services for DMD mutation screening (79 exons) prenatal testing.