becker muscular dystrophy (bmd)

How is BMD Diagnosed?

Diagnosis usually involves a combination of clinical evaluation, family history, and genetic testing. Key diagnostic tools include:
Creatine Kinase (CK) test - Elevated CK levels indicate muscle damage.
Genetic testing - Identifies mutations in the dystrophin gene.
Muscle biopsy - Examines muscle tissue for dystrophin protein abnormalities.

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