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Can I have a DNA test for HyperKPP?

April 26, 2017dna test hyperkpp

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Can I have a DNA test for HyperKPP?

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Genetic testing is available, but it is not yet reliable enough to diagnose all HyperKPP patients. While a genetic test may be able to say you have HyperKPP, if the results of the test is negative that does NOT mean you do not have the disorder, as researchers know there are a number of variants which they have yet to be able to identify. If you plan to be tested it is wise to talk about this issue with your physician ahead of time, just in case your test comes back negative (as most are still doing at this point). Make certain you will not be denied therapy by your physician or HMO should the test be negative!