Test & specimen information
Duchenne/Becker muscular dystrophy
Overview
Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and Becker muscular dystrophy (BMD) are types of neuromuscular disorders that affect the nerves and the muscles. While both involve the DMD gene, Becker muscular dystrophy has a milder presentation.
Test type
Methylation MLPA
Genes tested
Turnaround time
Diagnostic & carrier: 4-6 weeks
Prenatal: 3 weeks
Notes
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