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[Mutation analysis of CRYBB1 gene and prenatal diagnosis for a Chinese kindred featuring autosomal dominant congenital nuclear cataract].
Zhonghua yi xue yi chuan xue za zhi = Zhonghua yixue yichuanxue zazhi = Chinese journal of medical genetics - 1 Jun 2013
Wu Qinghua, Shi Huirong, Liu Ning, Lu Ning, Jiang Miao, Zhao Zhenhua, Kong Xiangdong
Abstract excerpt
OBJECTIVE: To perform mutation screening and prenatal diagnosis for a five-generation Chinese pedigree with autosomal dominant congenital nuclear cataract from Henan province by DNA sequencing. METHODS: Blood samples were taken from the family members. Four candidate genes (CRYBA1/A3, CRYBB1, CRYBB2 and CRYGD) were screened for mutations using direct sequencing. Prenatal genetic diagnosis was provided for a fetus...
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