Sample requirements

As well as a sample from the patient, please send samples from both biological parents. This helps our genetic analysis as we can assess if any genetic changes found in the patient is present in either or both parents. We also welcome samples from other family members such as siblings, particularly if they also have short stature or other features which may be associated with a short stature disorder.

We require samples of either:

• DNA (a concentration of at least 100ng/µl and at least 50µg total volume)

Or

• Blood (EDTA sample, 5-10 ml)

Please send the samples at room temperature to our laboratory address given here with the completed consent forms.