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Krabbe disease

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• Symptoms
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Alternative Names:

Globoid cell leukodystrophy; Galactosylcerebrosidase deficiency; Galactosylceramidase deficiency

Prevention:

Genetic counseling is recommended for persons with a family history of Krabbe disease who are considering having children.

A blood test can be done to see if you carry the gene for Krabbe disease.

Prenatal tests ( amniocentesis or chorionic villus sampling ) can be done to screen a developing baby for this condition.

• Review Date: 5/22/2007
• Reviewed By: Brian Kirmse, M.D., Department of Human Genetics, Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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