send the patient for serum "SOM" genetics testing.
Posted By: tracy on 2008-08-28
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Subject: send the patient for serum "SOM" genetics testing.
concerning for a diagnosis of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. At this time, we plan on performing an EMG today to further evaluate his muscle and may consider a nerve conduction study. We may send the patient for serum SOM genetics testing.
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