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I'm worried i have cystic fibrosis. how do i get tested?
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Sweat test: Cystic fibrosis is diagnosed by an abnormal sweat test and clinical symptoms that match the diagnosis. Genetic tests can also be done to determine if there are any mutations of the cftr gene that are known to cause cystic fibrosis.
Answered 6/24/2015
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