Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Profile, 97 Mutations, CFplus®

Overview:

Determine affected or carrier status for 97 CF gene mutations. This assay may be used for individuals whose family history or ethnicity requires testing for less common mutations. Also available for routine screening of pregnant couples. Discriminates between ?F508 and the following polymorphisms: F508C, I506V, and I507V.

False-positive results or false-negative results may occur for reasons that include genetic variants, blood transfusions, bone marrow transplantation, erroneous representation of family relationships, or contamination of a fetal sample with maternal cells.

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