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Is there new information on genes that cause cystic fibrosis? If cystic fibrosis testing was done by amniocentesis 6 years ago, have there been any new findings since then?



  • Is there new information on genes that cause cystic fibrosis?  (Back to Top)

  • At this time the CFTR gene remains the only gene known to be associated with cystic fibrosis.
  • Last Reviewed: 6/19/2012

  • If cystic fibrosis testing was done by amniocentesis 6 years ago, have there been any new findings since then? (Back to Top)

  • Yes. As more frequent testing of the CFTR gene is done, we learn more about the significance of CFTR gene alterations and the presence of other mutations in the CFTR gene.

    A genetics professional can help to determine if any additional testing is recommended based on more recent findings. For information about how to find a genetics professional in your community, click here.

  • Last Reviewed: 6/21/2012



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