Yesterday we took our first trip to the Duke Eye Center where we met with a Genetic Counselor to discuss Aniridia and the possibility of WAGR syndrome. The Genetic Counselor provided a wonderful article on the genetics of Aniridia and WAGR syndrome. The article is a bit technical, but I thought it provided a lot of information. Here is the link: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/nbk1360/
We elected to have genetic testing performed and Alex’s blood was drawn to send to a lab in Maryland. The results will take 4-8 weeks. We are praying that Alex does not have WAGR syndrome.
We look forward to meeting the Pediatric Ophthalmologist at the appointment on September 28. Everyone we met at Duke yesterday was very nice and helpful. Alex received a handmade crocheted blanket donated by a woman that makes blankets for babies at the hospital. It is navy blue with different colors and textures of yarn in each square.
Sounds like you were well taken care of at your appointment - praying for good test results!
ReplyDeleteour prayers are with alex and mom dad and julia
ReplyDeletelove you all mom and dad