Bob - ask Vince - clarity on DNA

[Guest guest]

Hi Bob,

I will keep this simple since as I understand not ALL 'types' of CMT

have the DNA test available. Perhaps a person's MD does not know about

the CMT DNA tests? Also what CMT DNA tests there are, I understand are

extremely expensive, which might keep people away. Maybe 'fear' of the

test (finding out a positive diagnosis and ensuing emotions?) Also, I am

not clear on how many labs in countries other than the US are doing

these tests. Really, this is a great, great question for discussion.

There are more and more types being found all the time. And I mentioned

in an earlier post that some scientists have discovered genes jumping

chromosomes. Since I am in no way a genetist or scientist, only a mere

er, I will suggest maybe you can contact Vince at

http://www.athenadiagnostics.com and get the full scoop. (Vince, when

you read this post, perhaps you would email Bob?) Or wait, better yet,

why not explain the current status with all the CMT tests. Maybe Vince,

would you be so kind as to give the entire group feedback on Bob's

question? I am certain we all would be appreciative.

~ Gretchen

bobd11901 wrote:

>What I discovered is that the DNA test is greater than 99% accurate. With this

in >mind, why should anyone " not know " if they have CMT or not? Please share

your

>thoughts.