Is Pulmonary Fibrosis genetic?
Pulmonary Fibrosis appears to be genetic in as many as 15% of all Pulmonary Fibrosis cases. Many scientists believe research involving these families may hold the key to understanding the causes of Pulmonary Fibrosis and may lead to future treatments or a cure. A large familial Pulmonary Fibrosis research study is underway at National Jewish Health to further study the genetic underpinnings of Pulmonary Fibrosis that may be found in families like this. Recent research has identified two genetic mutations that are associated with familial pulmonary fibrosis, and tests for those mutations have recently become available to the public. If you have two or more cases of Pulmonary Fibrosis diagnoses in your family, you may want to get involved. The CPF and National Jewish Health established the first Genetic Counseling program for families affected by pulmonary fibrosis. For further information on the Familial Pulmonary Fibrosis Genetic Counseling Program, to speak with a genetic counselor, o
