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[Analysis of TGFBI gene mutation in a Chinese family with atypical Reis-Buckler corneal dystrophy].
Zhonghua yi xue yi chuan xue za zhi = Zhonghua yixue yichuanxue zazhi = Chinese journal of medical genetics - 1 Jun 2009
Li Dan-dan, Qi Yan-hua, Han Qing, Lin Hui, Zhao Li-ming, Zhang Chun-mei
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OBJECTIVE: To identify the TGFBI gene mutation and the relationship between genotype and phenotype of a Chinese family with atypical Reis-Buckler corneal dystrophy (RBCD). METHODS: Four patients, two non-carrier relatives of the family were enrolled in the present study. In addition to ophthalmologic examinations, PCR amplification and DNA sequencing of exons 4, 11, 12, and 14 of the TGFBI gene were carried out....
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