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FISH: Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS)

Test Information

Title: FISH: Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS)
Lab: The Hospital for Sick Children
Category: Chromosomal Anomalies
Test Name (CMS Title): FISH: Angelman/Prader Willi Syndrome
Gene/Platform/Region List: SNRPN, D15S10 (15q11.2)
Test type: Cytogenetic
Samples Accepted: Blood, Fibroblasts
Indications: Diagnosis
Test Methodology: FISH
Methodology Notes: FISH on cultured cells
Disease/Condition: Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS)

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