What Is Involved in Making a Diagnosis of Cystic Fibrosis?

Cystic fibrosis is an autosomal recessive disease caused by a mutation in the CF gene on the seventh pair of chromosomes. It is a hereditary exocrine gland disease that mainly affects the gastrointestinal tract and respiratory system. It usually has chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, Features of pancreatic exocrine dysfunction and abnormally elevated sweat electrolytes. The diagnosis of cystic fibrosis is assisted by relevant laboratory tests.