A multiplex PCR amplicon sequencing assay to screen genetic hearing loss variants in newborns

• Main Authors: Haiyan Yang (Author), Hongyu Luo (Author), Guiwei Zhang (Author), Junqing Zhang (Author), Zhiyu Peng (Author), Jiale Xiang (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2021-02-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Congenital hearing loss is one of the most common birth defects. Early identification and management play a crucial role in improving patients' communication and language acquisition. Previous studies demonstrated that genetic screening complements newborn hearing screening...