DUCHENNE MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY (DMD) CARRIER TEST

This test detects carrier status for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy in females, identifying if they carry a mutation in the DMD gene.

Also known asDuchenne Muscular Dystrophy (dmd) Carrier Test Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (dmd) Carrier Test

Available via

Home Collection, Lab Visit

Contains

2 parameters

Earliest reports in

8 Working Days

Test details

DUCHENNE MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY (DMD) CARRIER TEST Test in Bengaluru Overview

Preparations

No special preparations needed

Test included
DUCHENNE MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY (DMD) CARRIER TEST includes 2 parameters

  • Specimen Source
  • Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (dmd) Carrier Test
Frequently Asked Questions

The Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy test detects mutations in the DMD gene, responsible for causing progressive muscle weakness and wasting.

Males with a family history of DMD or boys showing delayed motor development, difficulty walking, or frequent falls should undergo this test.

A blood sample is collected for DNA analysis to identify deletions, duplications, or point mutations in the DMD gene.

Positive results confirm a diagnosis of DMD, allowing for early intervention and management.

Patients require multidisciplinary management, including physiotherapy, corticosteroids, and potential gene therapy trials.

Test code

RD1473

Specimen vol. and vacutainer information
SpecimenVacutainerVolume
Edta Whole BloodLavender Vacutainer2 ML

Specimen stability information

Edta Whole Blood

Collection instructions

Clinical History

Specimen rejection criteria

Test run frequency

Every Day TIME - 10:30

Turn around time

8 Working Days

Performing locations

Department

  • Advanced Molecular Diagnostics R&d

CPT and Loinc codes

DUCHENNE MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY (DMD) CARRIER TEST

13500