What is CDG PIG-A?


CDG PIG-A is a very rare genetic disorder that belongs to the group of congenital glycosylation disorders (CDG).

  • Cause: Mutations in the PIG-A gene, which is responsible for the formation of GPI anchors. These anchors are important for anchoring certain proteins to the cell surface.
  • Typical characteristics: Developmental delays, neurological abnormalities, muscle weakness, sometimes seizure disorders, growth retardation and other systemic symptoms.
  • Affected areas: Mobility, coordination, sometimes epilepsy, eating and swallowing problems.

Tools that are frequently used with CDG PIG-A:

 

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