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RNA sequencing resolves cryptic pathogenic variants in mitochondrial disease

2026-02-23 genetic and genomic medicine Title + abstract only
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BackgroundMitochondrial diseases are the most common inherited metabolic disorders, characterized by pronounced clinical and genetic heterogeneity that complicates molecular diagnosis. Although DNA-based sequencing approaches have become standard in genetic testing, up to half of patients remain without a definitive diagnosis. RNA sequencing (RNA-seq) provides a complementary layer of evidence by revealing functional consequences of genetic variation, thereby improving diagnostic yield. Methods...

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