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Determining the specific apolipoprotein E (APOE) genotypes in patients with type III hyperlipoproteinemia
APOE genotyping has been used to assess susceptibility for Alzheimer disease. However, the use of APOE analysis for predictive testing for Alzheimer disease is not currently recommended by the American College of Medical Genetics due to limited clinical utility and poor predictive value.
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), Including Restriction Digest
(PCR is utilized pursuant to a license agreement with Roche Diagnostic Systems, Inc.)