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Seq2Know Familial Hypercholesterolemia Testing

Aug 22, 2018

Seq2Know has begun offering familial hypercholesterolemia testing. Its test includes the sequencing of four genes — LDLR, APOB, PCSK9, and LDLRAP1 — that cause FH. Like all of Seq2Know's tests, the FH test is ordered directly from the company and reviewed by PWNHealth, an independent physician network, for patient appropriateness. Genetic counseling is also available through PWNHealth. Seq2Know is a testing service of PreventionGenetics, a DNA testing lab offering genetic sequencing services.

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