Chronic Granulomatous Disease (CGD)

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CGD is a primary immunodeficiency disorder of neutrophils that results in the impaired killing of fungi and bacteria, which can lead to severe, recurrent, and potentially life-threatening infections.1

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of CGD Review information about CGD, including pathophysiology, common signs and symptoms, and the pathogens that may indicate CGD.

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for CGD The dihydrorhodamine (DHR) test is the most common test for CGD. See examples of histograms that can help diagnose and identify carriers of CGD and request a DHR Collection Kit.

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Collection Kit Watch a short video about how to help make sure the DHR Collection Kit is used correctly and that samples are processed accurately.

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Management Details about medical management of CGD and suggested lifestyle modifications for patients.

1. Leiding JW, Holland SM. Chronic granulomatous disease. In: Pagon RA, Adam MP, Ardinger HH, et al, eds. GeneReviews®. Seattle, WA: University of Washington, Seattle; 1993-2022.