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Genetic Testing - Chromosome 15

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pixiekid · 06/12/2013 08:46

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 after a very brief telephone conversation with his Paediatrician). We'll now be referred 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.

I'd also posted in Children's Health so apologies for cross posting! Thanks.

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TheNinjaGooseIsOnAMission · 06/12/2013 10:36

no direct experience but unique are great for all things genetic Smile

bishboschone · 06/12/2013 13:59

Are you know fb? There is a site called swans .. Syndromes without a name . Come and join us . My ds has duplications on his X chromosome , no idea what it means for us so we plod along and deal with problems as they arise .

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