المملكة: The discovery of new genetic mutations in three brothers with kidney disease in Mecca

King Abdullah Medical City – a member of the Makkah Al -Mukarramah Health Gathering – announced the discovery of mutations Genetic new in three brothers with kidney disease, thanks to the application of the protocols of the preventive care system, one of the Saudi health care model systems, in an achievement that enhances the process of shift towards precise medicine and pre -emptive care. On a new mutation «IQCB1 NM_001023570.4», the same that was found in two of its brothers, which allowed the medical team to reach an accurate diagnosis of the disease known as Nephronophthis, which is a rare genetic disorder that affects the kidneys. From determining the course of the disease and its future expectations «Prognosis», in addition to choosing potential donors from the family with high accuracy, and providing genetic advice to relatives to reduce the transmission of the mutation across generations, especially in cases of relatives ’marriage." target ="_Blank"> Genetic studies contribute to the development of early diagnosis and preventive care tools, and enhances the quality of life through the transition from therapeutic medicine to preventive medicine and directed in genes. Advanced.

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