Are the new genetic tools for diagnosis of Wilson disease helpful in clinical practice?
Carmen Espinós, Péter Ferenci
Abstract
variants responsible for Wilson disease is proposed. Genetic testing is indicated for confirmation of diagnosis, family screening, and screening of newborns and infants and in unclear cases suspected of suffering from Wilson disease. However, genetic testing is not a routine screening test for Wilson disease. If no additional variants can be identified, it can be assumed that other hereditary disorders may mimic Wilson disease (congenital disorders of glycosylation, MEDNIK syndrome, idiopathic or primary copper toxicoses).
Topics & Concepts
Genetic testingExome sequencingDiseaseGeneticsHuman geneticsExonWilson's diseaseExomeDiagnostic testMedicineBioinformaticsMutationBiologyGenePediatricsPathologyTrace Elements in HealthIron Metabolism and DisordersAluminum toxicity and tolerance in plants and animals