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RPA1 joins the dykeratosis congenita gene family

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Many families affected by dyskeratosis congenita (DC) don’t know which genetic variant has caused it. Scientists have now identified a gene, RPA1, which when overactive can cause short telomeres and symptoms of DC. There are now 15 genes which when mutated can cause DC- check out .

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Another gene to test for if you are still undiagnosed

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