Genetic Testing chromosome 15

[pixiekid]

Our DS (2 yo) has undergone genetic testing due to short stature (tracks below 0.4 whereas his mid parental height should be between 50th-75th, born 36+4 and had difficulty gaining weight for months).

Results have found additional material/length on the 15th chromosome (though that's all I know at this stage). His paediatrician has now referred us to the Genetics team at the local hospital and we are waiting for an appointment to discuss. I understand me and my partner will now have genetic tests done too.

Does anyone have any experience if this? Trying to avoid consulting Dr Google but the temptation is great. Ds doesnt have symptoms which would suggest PWS or Angleman Syndrome but we're worried about what it could mean for his future health.

Hi Pixie, sorry to hear you've had all this worry. Whilst I don't have any experience of chromosome 15 my DS2 was diagnosed with a partial chromosome deletion on the 22nd chromosome aged 4. He's 10 now.

The geneticist will be a hive of information & I should imagine you are about to begin lots of appointments. Lots of chromosome abnormalities tend to have similar symptoms & once diagnosed the child should have a thorough medical check over.

I would agree stay away from google, that way madness lies . I would advise posting this in special needs children on here too, some very knowledgeable people over there.