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Title: Cystic fibrosis screening strategies. Author: Cuckle H. Journal: Br J Hosp Med; ; 50(7):398-402. PubMed ID: 8261285. Abstract: Cystic fibrosis is the most common single gene disorder in Western populations. With the discovery of the principal genetic mutations responsible for the disease, screening has become feasible. The challenge is now to devise an effective screening strategy. Various approaches are possible, and each has its own merits, but on balance antenatal screening would appear to be the most practical.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]