First combined analysis of SMN1, SMN2, and NAIP copy numbers in Moroccan SMA patients and their correlation with disease severity
This study demonstrated an inverse correlation between <i>SMN2</i> and <i>NAIP</i> copy numbers and SMA severity. Combined <i>SMN1</i>-<i>SMN2</i>-<i>NAIP</i> genotypes provided stronger predictive insights on disease severity than individual gene copy number. Implementing CNV analysis of these genes in Morocco could enhance SMA severity prediction and support genetic counseling.
Authors
- S. Trhanint
- Laila Bouguenouch (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4082-5432)
- Hanane Sayel
- Karim Ouldim
- Samira Nmer
- Sana Chaouki
Institutions
- Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Hassan II (MA)
- Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University (MA)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Molecular Genetics and Metabolism Reports
- Published
- 2026-02-22
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ymgmr.2026.101299
- Primary Topic
- Neurogenetic and Muscular Disorders Research
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00