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Predictive genetic testing experience for myocilin primary open-angle glaucoma using the Australian and New Zealand Registry of Advanced Glaucoma.
Genetics in medicine : official journal of the American College of Medical Genetics - 1 Jul 2014
Souzeau Emmanuelle, Glading Jodi, Keane Miriam, Ridge Bronwyn, Zhou Tiger, Burdon Kathryn P, Craig Jamie E
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PURPOSE: Predictive genetic testing of relatives of known myocilin (MYOC) gene mutation carriers is an appropriate strategy to identify individuals at risk for glaucoma. It is likely to prevent irreversible blindness in this high-risk group because this treatable condition might otherwise be diagnosed late. The Australian and New Zealand Registry of Advanced Glaucoma has established genetic testing protocols for...
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