PLEC Gene Muscular Dystrophy Limb-Girdle Type 2Q Genetic Test
At DNA Labs UAE, we offer the PLEC Gene Muscular Dystrophy Limb-Girdle Type 2Q Genetic Test to diagnose and provide information about this specific genetic condition. Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy (LGMD) is a group of genetic disorders that primarily affect the muscles in the hips and shoulders. Type 2Q is a subtype of LGMD caused by mutations in the PLEC gene.
Test Components
- Price: 4400.0 AED
- Sample Condition: Blood or Extracted DNA or One drop Blood on FTA Card
- Report Delivery: 3 to 4 Weeks
- Method: NGS Technology
- Test Type: Neurological Disorders
- Doctor: Neurologist
- Test Department: Genetics
Pre Test Information
Before undergoing the PLEC Gene Muscular Dystrophy Limb-Girdle Type 2Q Genetic Test, it is important to provide the clinical history of the patient who is being tested. Additionally, a genetic counseling session may be conducted to draw a pedigree chart of family members affected with this genetic condition.
Test Details
The PLEC gene is associated with limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 2Q. This gene provides instructions for making a protein called plectin. NGS technology, which stands for Next-Generation Sequencing, is used to sequence the DNA of an individual and identify any mutations or variations in specific genes, including the PLEC gene. This genetic testing can help diagnose limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 2Q and provide information about the specific genetic variant causing the condition. The results of this test can be useful for genetic counseling, understanding disease progression, and potentially guiding treatment options or management strategies.
Test Name | PLEC Gene Muscular dystrophy limb-girdle type 2Q Genetic Test |
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Components | |
Price | 4400.0 AED |
Sample Condition | Blood or Extracted DNA or One drop Blood on FTA Card o |
Report Delivery | 3 to 4 Weeks |
Method | NGS Technology |
Test type | Neurological Disorders |
Doctor | Neurologist |
Test Department: | Genetics |
Pre Test Information | Clinical History of Patient who is going for PLEC Gene Muscular dystrophy, limb-girdle, type 2Q NGS Genetic DNA Test A Genetic Counselling session to draw a pedigree chart of family members affected with PLEC Gene Muscular dystrophy, limb-girdle, type 2Q |
Test Details |
The PLEC gene is associated with a type of limb-girdle muscular dystrophy called type 2Q. Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy (LGMD) is a group of genetic disorders that primarily affect the muscles in the hips and shoulders. Type 2Q is caused by mutations in the PLEC gene, which provides instructions for making a protein called plectin. NGS stands for Next-Generation Sequencing, which is a high-throughput DNA sequencing technology. NGS genetic testing involves sequencing the DNA of an individual to identify any mutations or variations in specific genes, including the PLEC gene in this case. NGS genetic testing for PLEC gene mutations can help diagnose limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 2Q and provide information about the specific genetic variant causing the condition. This information can be useful for genetic counseling, understanding disease progression, and potentially guiding treatment options or management strategies. |