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Genetic screening in a large family with juvenile onset primary open angle glaucoma.
The British journal of ophthalmology - 1 Jul 2000
Booth A P, Anwar R, Chen H, Churchill A J, Jay J, Polansky J, Nguyen T, Markham A F
Abstract excerpt
AIMS: A number of genetic loci have been implicated in the pathogenesis of primary open angle glaucoma (POAG). The aim of this study was to identify the genetic cause of POAG in a large Scottish family and, if possible, offer genetic screening and advice to family members. METHODS: Family members were examined to determine their disease status. Base excision sequence scanning was carried out in order to test for...
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