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==Overview==
==Overview==
Genetic testing can be of use in counseling family members. 40% of family members will be affected.
Genetic testing can be of use in counseling family members.  
 
==Demographics and Epidemiology==
40% of family members will be affected.
 
==Diagnosis==
===Specific Genes to Test For===
Known mutations should be tested for. Examples include the following:
 
*One defect is in the gene that encodes for [[alpha-dystrobrevin]].  This is a [[dystrophin-associated protein]] which has been mapped to [[chromosome 18q12]]. The role of this protein is to preserve the structural integrity of the muscle membrane.
*There is a second X-linked genetic defect which involves a mutation in the gene G4.5 (TAZ), the same gene involved in [[Barth syndrome]]. As a result, some patients with NCC have features of [[Barth syndrome]].  This gene which encodes for [[tafazzin]].
* Mutations of the [[ryanodine receptor 2 gene]] ([[RyR2]]) as has been seen in patients with [[arrhythmogenic right ventircular dysplasia]].
* Deletions of the [[FKBP12 gene]] result in noncompaction in the mouse.
* [[LMNA]] mutations
*Abnormalities of trnascription factors such as NKX2.5 and TBX5.
*Abnormalities of 11p15 as suggested in a GWAS analysis.
*22q11 deletion
 
The majority of the time the pattern of inheritance is [[autosomal dominant]]. In some families, the mode of transmission appears to be x-linked or via mitochondrial transmission.
 
==References==
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Overview

Genetic testing can be of use in counseling family members.

Demographics and Epidemiology

40% of family members will be affected.

Diagnosis

Specific Genes to Test For

Known mutations should be tested for. Examples include the following:

The majority of the time the pattern of inheritance is autosomal dominant. In some families, the mode of transmission appears to be x-linked or via mitochondrial transmission.

References