The official MitoAction podcast is a monthly call often with physicians who are experts on mitochondrial disease. Mitochondrial disease occurs when the mitochondria(the powerhouse of a cell) are unable to effectively generate energy during food metabolism. Approximately one in 4000 adults and children have mitochondrial disease ("Mito"). MitoAction is a non-profit organization dedicated to support, education and advocacy for the mitochondrial disease patient community.
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Molecular diagnostic testing for mitochondrial disorders
Dr. Adams, Medical Director of the Goryeb Children’s Hospital Genetics and Metabolism Division in addition to the Personalized Genomic Medicine Program at Atlantic Health System in Morristown, NJ, will: Explore gene testing and discuss the rationale for using it as first-line testing.Review traditional diagnostic pathways.Discuss newer testing that has become available in recent years.Review new approaches to attempt to shorten time to diagnosis and increase precision.