As I said before... our entire family will still have to have the genetic testing done. Since Connor and Luke have identical cardiomyopathies, they believe it is genetic. Meaning, Randy or myself carries the gene AND Blake and/or Morgan could also, even though all of us had normal echocardiograms. Whoever is a carrier would be born with the gene but not necessarily exhibit any symptoms at birth. The gene basically decides when it wants to manifest itself. You can be a carrier and have no symptoms for years.
They will do an extensive genetic test on Connor first since they KNOW he has hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. The doctor told us yesterday it typically takes 4-6 weeks to get the results back. Then they will test all of us to determine who else is a carrier. The information they can obtain from genetic tests is very specific. It really is amazing. Once they determine who the carrier's are, they can monitor each one closely and devise a treatment plan.
Thank you all for your continued prayers.
Praying that God fills you will strength and peace that only comes from Him. You are such a special and very loved family. I know that this as well as other aspects of your life will work out for good. God is always faithful. Praise God for that. Love you all, Jim and Anne
ReplyDeletePS, the kids say HI, especially, JOSH:)