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Jeffrey's insights: Jeffrey Modell Foundation's global genetic sequencing pilot program to identify specific primary immunodeficiency defects to optimize disease management and treatment.
Immunologic research - 1 Jun 2020
Quinn Jessica, Modell Vicki, Holle Jennifer, Truty Rebecca, Aradhya Swaroop, Johnson Britt, Orange Jordan, Modell Fred
Abstract excerpt
Primary immunodeficiencies (PI) are genetic defects of the immune system that result in chronic and often life-threatening infections and/or life-threatening autoimmunity if not diagnosed and treated. Patients with a suspected PI, but without a genetic diagnosis, commonly undergo a diagnostic odyssey that is costly, time-consuming, and arduous. This delay in diagnosis prevents appropriate disease management and...
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