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What does Genotype mean in Duchenne (DMD)?

Genotype is a Duchenne (DMD) disease term, explained for patients, families, and caregivers.

Category: Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy: Disease Terminology

Genotype

The specific genetic makeup of an individual, including the type and location of a mutation in the DMD gene. A person's genotype helps establish a DMD diagnosis and determine whether mutation-specific treatments, such as certain exon-skipping therapies, may be appropriate.

Updated November 3, 2026

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