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Why are genetic specialists called in after a diagnosis of acoustic neuroma is made?
The purpose of this evaluation is to obtain a detailed family history and check for signs of NF2. If NF2 is strongly suspected then DNA testing may be recommended
What is the NF2 gene responsible for?
The NF2 gene is responsible for helping to prevent the formation of tumors in the nerve cells. In particular the NF2 gene helps to prevent acoustic neuromas
What is missing in a person with NF2?
A person with NF2 is typically born with one unchanged and one changed or missing NF2 gene in every cell of their body. Sometimes they inherit this change from their mother or father
When will a person with NF2 develop an acoustic neuroma?
The mean age of onset of acoustic neuroma in NF2 is 31 years of age versus 50 years of age for sporadic acoustic neuromas.
What is the chemical formula for nitrogen difluoride?
The chemical formula for nitrogen difluoride is NF2.
What is an acoustic neuroma caused by?
caused by a change or absence of both of the NF2 tumor suppressor genes in a nerve cell. Every person possesses a pair of NF2 genes in every cell of their body including their nerve cells
How do bilateral acoustic neuromas usually occur?
occur as part of a hereditary condition called Neurofibromatosis Type 2 (NF2). A person with NF2 has inherited a predisposition for developing acoustic neuromas and other tumors of the nerve cells
What diagnosis should be made prior to a parathyroidectomy?
Prior to the operation, the diagnosis of hyperparathyroidism should be confirmed using lab tests.
What would be considered PHI?
Which of the following would be considered PHI
Should someone with cancer get life ins urance?
Getting Life Insurance AFTER a diagnosis of Cancer may not be possible. Not revealing the diagnosis in your application will be considered FRAUD if found out later. This would result in non-payment of the Benefit, or a law suit by the Insurance Co.
What questions should you ask before accepting a diagnosis of chemotherapy?
Chemotherapy is not a diagnosis. Chemotherapy is a treatment
How many axes of data are considered in a full DSM-based diagnosis?
5
