Medical Genetics Course
This course equips you with essential medical genetics knowledge for Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Delve into DMD gene fundamentals, master NGS and MLPA test interpretation, compute genetic risks accurately, and deliver compassionate ethical counselling to enhance diagnosis, family planning, and comprehensive care for affected individuals and carriers in a multidisciplinary setting.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain practical skills in medical genetics focused on Duchenne muscular dystrophy, covering DMD gene structure, genotype-phenotype links, CK, EMG, muscle biopsy results, NGS, MLPA, RNA analysis interpretation, ACMG variant classification, pedigree construction, carrier and recurrence risk calculations, plus ethical counselling, reproductive options, and ongoing patient management strategies.
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Develop skills
- Interpret DMD genetic tests using NGS, MLPA, and ACMG guidelines.
- Construct and analyse X-linked pedigrees to identify relatives needing cascade testing.
- Calculate DMD carrier and recurrence risks with Bayes theorem methods.
- Provide counselling on reproductive choices like PGT-M, prenatal diagnosis, and newborn screening.
- Oversee clinical care for DMD carriers including heart checks and specialist referrals.
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