Expert Video - How is genetic testing for MDS carried out?
Dr. Rafael Bejar, Director of the MDS Center of Excellence at the University of California, San Diego, explains the importance of testing for mutations in individual genes as well as karyotype testing, also called cytogenetic testing. A sample of bone marrow is the source for tissue to be tested in both these forms of genetic testing in myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS).
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Animation - Understanding Genetic Mutations in MDS
Slide Show - Understanding Genetic Mutations in MDS
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What is a genetic mutation, a biomarker, and cytogenetic analysis in MDS?
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Why is understanding genetic mutations and cytogenetics in MDS important?
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Is an MDS-related genetic mutation something I was born with or something that occurred later on?
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How do my genetic mutations influence MDS risk?
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How does genetic testing help in MDS diagnosis?
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How is genetic testing for MDS carried out?
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Which genetic mutations and cytogenetic changes have a more favorable response to MDS treatment?
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Which genetic mutations and cytogenetic changes have a less favorable response to MDS treatment?
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Which MDS genetic mutations are most likely to cause relapse?
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What questions should I ask my doctor about MDS genetic testing?
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Becky's story: What is your MDS gene mutation profile? When and how were you tested for it?
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Donna's story: What is your MDS gene mutation profile? When and how were you tested for it?
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Holly's story: What is your MDS gene mutation profile? When and how were you tested for it?
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Becky's story: What advice do you have for other MDS patients about genetic testing?
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Donna's story: What advice do you have for other MDS patients about genetic testing?
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Holly's story: What advice do you have for other MDS patients about genetic testing?
