Facial–shoulder–arm dystrophy (FSHD)is a genetic disease that progresses slowlyDiagnosis determined by genetic testingplays a very important role in early detection and disease management.
Early diagnosis with genetic testing helps:
- Accurately identify FSHD
- Avoid misdiagnosis with other muscle diseases
- Plan appropriate monitoring and treatment
- Support genetic counseling for families
When you or a loved one has signs and symptoms of FSHD
👉 You should registerFSHD genetic testingas soon as possible.
🔬 TESTING METHOD
- UseSaliva sample– non-invasive, easy to do at home
- In-depth genetic analysis to detect related abnormalitiesFSHD1 or FSHD2
- Samples were processed at the FSHD Research Center - Dr. JONES' Lab - University of Nevada, USA.
📦 REGISTRATION & TESTING PROCESS
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Contact FSHD Vietnam Consulting - Support Group
→ Receive detailed instructions on testing procedures and registration
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Provide clinical symptom information
→ Includes manifestations of muscle weakness, time of onset, and family history
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Receive and use the saliva sample collection kit
→ Follow standard instructions to ensure sample quality
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Submit patient samples
→ Saliva samples are sent for testing atFSHD Intensive Research Center Dr. Jones Lab (affiliated with the University of Nevada, Reno city, USA).
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Gene analysis & results return
→ Estimated time:about 5-6 weeks