Decoding Tooth Agenesis: Understanding, Diagnosing, and Utilizing Genetic Testing
Also called hypodontia, absent permanent teeth affect 2-10% of people. Whole-exome sequencing has tied the trait to WNT10A, EDA and PAX9, informing implant planning.
Brandon Colby, MD
MD · MBA
Physician specializing in genetic analysis and personalized preventive medicine, and author of Outsmart Your Genes.
About Brandon
Brandon Colby is a physician-expert in the fields of genetic analysis and Personalized Preventive Medicine. He holds an MD from the Mount Sinai School of Medicine, an MBA from Stanford University's Graduate School of Business, and a degree in Genetics from the University of Michigan.
Dr. Colby is the author of the book Outsmart Your Genes and has developed numerous technologies that improve the analysis, interpretation, and actionability of genome sequencing data. He is an Affiliate Specialist of the American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ACMG), an Associate of the American College of Preventive Medicine (ACPM), and a member of the National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC).
Education
- BA in Genetics with Honors, University of Michigan · 2000
- MD, Mount Sinai School of Medicine · 2004
- MBA, Stanford University Graduate School of Business · 2007
Affiliations & Memberships
- Affiliate Specialist, American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ACMG)
- Associate, American College of Preventive Medicine (ACPM)
- Member, National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC)
Articles by Brandon Colby, MD are reviewed for accuracy by Sequencing's medical and scientific team. This page is for informational purposes and does not constitute medical advice.
Articles by Brandon
Vulvar Adenocarcinoma of Mammary Gland Type: Genetic Testing
A rare, aggressive cancer of the female reproductive system that is hard to diagnose; genetic testing is weighed for risk factors, prognosis and treatment choice.
GEDmatch DNA Upload Instructions
Get more from your DNA data by uploading it to GEDmatch. Learn about GEDmatch's DNA database, genetic genealogy tools & relative matching features.
Decoding Abnormal Synaptic Transmission: A Deeper Understanding of Genetic Testing
Faulty signalling between neurons is linked to dyskinetic movement disorder, epilepsy and autism, with UNC13A, LGI1 and ARID1A among the genes named.
Decoding the Complexities of Abnormal Brain Morphology: A Genetic Testing Approach
Discover the potential of genetic testing in diagnosing and managing abnormal brain morphology, intellectual developmental disorders, and autism spectrum disorder.
Unlocking the Secrets of Delayed Progression to Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
Some people with HIV hold their CD4 counts far longer than others; antibody, antigen and nucleic acid tests plus CD4 and viral load monitoring are covered.
Decoding Adult Polyglucosan Body Neuropathy: Genetic Testing for Diagnosis and Beyond
Progressive walking difficulty, muscle weakness and bladder dysfunction in adults can trace back to GBE1 mutations, which genetic testing identifies in APBD.
Decoding the Mysteries of Aldosterone-Producing Adrenal Adenoma: The Role of Genetic Testing
Primary aldosteronism often begins with a benign adrenal cortex tumor that overproduces aldosterone, and KCNJ5 mutations are prevalent in East Asian patients.