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Complex diagnostic procedures: Basic diagnostic techniques in unexplained symptom complex in newborns, infants and children: With extended molecular genetic diagnostic procedures: In newborns and infants

Extensive tests were carried out in order to be able to attribute certain abnormalities to an underlying disease.

More detailed information about the causes of certain abnormalities is obtained, for example, by examining blood samples in a laboratory. Images of the inside of the body can be produced for this purpose. Medical professionals from different disciplines were involved in the tests.

An investigation was undertaken to see whether the genetic information had changed, among other things. This may be the case with certain congenital diseases. Somatic cells usually hold a complete blueprint of your body. This blueprint consists of genetic information. The genetic information is encrypted in the chromosomes. In humans, somatic cells usually have 23 pairs of chromosome, so 46 chromosomes in all. Changes in genetic information can be identified through special tests of blood samples.

Additional indicator

If necessary, additional letters are appended to OPS codes to indicate which side of the body is affected.

  • L: Left
  • R: Right
  • B: Both sides

Further information

Note

Your doctor will assist you with any health-related questions and explain the OPS code to you in a direct consultation if necessary.

Source

Provided by the non-profit organization “Was hab’ ich?” gemeinnützige GmbH on behalf of the Federal Ministry of Health (BMG).