Predictive testing of minors for Huntington's disease: The UK and Netherlands experiences

This study documents the extent of HD testing of minors in the UK and the Netherlands and suggests that, in general, the recommendation is being followed. We provide some empirical evidence as to reasons why clinicians have departed from the recommendation. We do not advise changing the recommendation but suggest that testing of minors continues to be monitored.

Source: American Journal of Medical Genetics Part B: Neuropsychiatric Genetics - October 1, 2017 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Authors: Oliver W. Quarrell, Angus J. Clarke, Cecilia Compton, Christine E.M. de Die ‐Smulders, Alan Fryer, Sian Jenkins, Nayana Lahiri, Rhona MacLeod, Zosia Miedzybrodzka, Patrick J. Morrison, Hannah Musgrave, Mary O'Driscoll, Mark Strong, Martine J. van Belzen Tags: RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research