University of Iowa to use Bionano-based assay to replace most “gold standard” Southern blot tests for molecular diagnosis of FSHD SAN DIEGO, April 22, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bionano Genomics, Inc.

Early detection is critical for combating Duchenne muscular dystrophy. In today's Academic Minute, part of University at Albany Week, Bijan Dey looks into better testing methods. Dey is a principal ...

SAN FRANCISCO, March 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Invitae (NYSE: NVTA), a leading medical genetics company today announced its partnership with the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) to offer sponsored, ...

Aldolase helps your body turn sugar into energy. Most of it is stored in your muscles and liver. When these cells are damaged, they release aldolase into your blood. Measuring the amount of aldolase ...

Chronic muscle loss doesn't simply make a person physically weaker. Among other things, it increases the risk of serious falls … and even death. A new urine test, however, could allow it to be ...

Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is a rare, incurable condition that typically begins in early childhood and is marked by worsening muscle weakness. The disease results from changes in a gene ...

Doctors may use a range of tests to diagnose myasthenia gravis (MG), including blood tests, nerve conduction tests, and imaging tests. MG is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the voluntary ...

Congenital muscular dystrophy (CMD) is a disease that affects certain muscles. Individuals with CMD may experience symptoms such as muscle weakness and joint problems. “Congenital” means present since ...

University of Queensland researchers have developed a less invasive way to test for a potential life-threatening reaction to ...