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The Utilization and Outcome of Diagnostic, Predictive, and Prenatal Genetic Testing for Huntington Disease in Johannesburg, South Africa

12 Aug 2011

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BACKGROUND: Huntington disease (HD) is an autosomal dominant neurodegenerative disorder for which genetic counseling and testing are available in South Africa. OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to assess the utilization of the services available in Johannesburg for diagnostic, predictive, and prenatal genetic testing and counseling for HD and the characteristics of the patients who use them. SUBJECTS AND...

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PMID: 21838519
DOI: 10.1089/gtmb.2011.0007

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