Genetics Testing

Last updated: 4/28/1996.

CMT-1A and CMT-X DNA testing

  1. CMT genetics testing in Europe, (Type 1A and type X)
  2. CMT genetics testing in Australia, (Type 1A only)
  3. CMT Genetics Testing in the USA
    1. Athena Diagnostics, (Type 1A and type X)
    2. University of Pennsylvania Medical School, (Type 1A prenatal only, and type X)
    3. Molecular Genetics Laboratory at the Boston University School of Medicine, (Type 1A)

CMT-1B DNA testing

There is a DNA test for CMT type 1B. Where to get a blood sample tested is TBD.

Athena Diagnostics

Athena Diagnostics, formerly Genica Pharmaceuticals Corporation, is located at Four Biotech Park, 377 Plantation Street, Worchester, MA 01605. They can be reached by calling 1-800-394-4493.

Included in CMTnet are reprints of several Athena Diagnostics fliers. Since Hereditary Neuropathy with liability to Pressure Palsy (HNPP) presents similar symptoms to CMT, the HNPP flier is also included. These web pages are not associated with Athena Diagnostics. Check directly with Athena Diagnostics for the latest information.

CMTers do not call Athena Diagnostics directly, work through your family doctor.

Molecular Genetics Laboratory at the Boston University School of Medicine DNA testing

The Molecular Genetics Laboratory at the Boston University School of Medicine performs the following CMT DNA tests: Contact Elena Strait at (617) 638-7083, in the USA.

University of Pennsylvania Medical School DNA testing

The University of Pennsylvania Medical School performs the following CMT DNA tests: Contact Lynn Godmilow at 215-573-9161 at (617) 638-7083, in the USA