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DNA Sequencing

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DNA sequencing is a lab method that determines the order of bases within the DNA. In medicine, it is used for diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
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Genetic Testing Techniques

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Genetic testing is the laboratory analysis of human chromosomes, DNA and RNA to detect genetic material and/or identify genetic changes. This article provides an overview of genetic testing techniques that range from detecting or examining a single gene to the whole genome.
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BRCA Gene Mutation Testing

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Concerned that certain cancers run in your family? Learn how BRCA gene mutation testing can answer questions about an individual’s inherited cancer risk.
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Sickle Cell Tests

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Sickle cell tests help diagnose sickle cell anemia, an inherited disorder that leads to the production of the abnormal hemoglobin called hemoglobin S.
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Laboratory Methods

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Understanding the method used for a test provides a broader context for understanding your test results. Learn about a few common laboratory methods mentioned on this site.
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CALR Mutation

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CALR (calreticulin) gene mutations are associated with blood cancers called myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs) that cause the production of too many blood cells. The CALR mutation test helps diagnose and classify MPNs.
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Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Testing

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Alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) is a protein that protects the liver and lungs. Learn about AAT deficiency, its health effects, and the role of AAT testing.
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