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Would a basic karotype for genetic testing detect or give a clue if someone has muscular dystrophy? what about prenatal testing?

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No: A basic karyotype will only tell you the number of chromosomes and detect some deletions and translocations. There is genetic testing available however for musculodystrophy. Hope this helps.

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Answered 3/27/2015

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