Lipoprotein Lipase Deficiency genetic
testing
Definite diagnosis via genetic testing for LPL mutations
Via full LPL sequencing or LPLchip® (available via www.Progenika.com)
In individual cases (e.g. in case of splicing mutations) additional post-heparin plasma
testing for LPL activity may be needed and/or exclusion of other (rare) causes of
primary hyperchylomicronaemia:
• APO CII deficiency
• APO AV deficiency
• GPIHBP1 deficiency
• Auto-antibodies to LPL
Gene expression is not immediate after Glybera administration. From preclinical studies it is estimated that optimal transgene expression is reached a few weeks after administration