Clinical Indication ID & Name
R378
Linkage testing for Duchenne or Becker muscular dystrophy
Test Group
Neurology
Specialties
Test code
R378.1
Test name
N/A
Target genes
Dystrophin
Test scope
n/a
Test method/ technology
Other
Optimal Family Structure
n/a
Eligibility Criteria
Families with a confirmed diagnosis of Duchenne or Becker muscular dystrophy with no detectable mutation in dystrophin who require linkage testing to guide management or advice
Commissioning group
Specialised
Overlapping idications
n/a
Address for samples/request forms
North Thames GLH, Rare & Inherited Disease Genomic Laboratory
Specimen Reception, Level 5 Barclay House, 37 Queen Square,
London WC1N 3BH
Contact with queries
Supporting documents
n/a
Education resources
n/a
Service updates
n/a
Consent record
See consent guidance in test request form
Sample requirements
See sample guidance in test request form