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  • Genetics and Molecular Biology
  • Hematology and Thrombosis Research
  • Biochemistry of Coagulation

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  • Antithrombin is a critical endogenous anticoagulant, and its deficiency is a significant risk factor for thrombosis.
  • Current routine diagnosis relies on functional assays, but genetic analysis of the SERPINC1 gene is increasingly recognized for its clinical utility.
  • Existing diagnostic methods may miss certain pathogenic mutations or functional consequences under specific conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the diagnostic value of molecular analysis for antithrombin deficiency.
  • To emphasize the limitations of functional assays in detecting all SERPINC1 gene defects.
  • To explore the potential of genetic analysis in uncovering new mechanisms and genes involved in antithrombin deficiency and thrombosis.

Main Methods:

  • Review and analysis of molecular data from SERPINC1 gene studies in patients with antithrombin deficiency.
  • Comparison of diagnostic yields between functional assays and genetic analysis.
  • Investigation into genetic defects, including point mutations, deletions, insertions, and disorders of N-glycosylation.

Main Results:

  • Molecular analysis of the SERPINC1 gene is a simple, fast, and cost-effective method for diagnosing antithrombin deficiency.
  • Up to 80% of antithrombin deficiency cases are linked to SERPINC1 gene defects, predominantly point mutations or small indels.
  • Disorders of N-glycosylation account for approximately 5% of cases, with 10-15% remaining of unknown etiology.

Conclusions:

  • Molecular analysis of SERPINC1 is superior to functional assays for comprehensive identification of antithrombin deficiency.
  • Discovering novel SERPINC1 defects can elucidate functional/structural relevance and novel deficiency mechanisms.
  • Further research into unexplained cases may reveal new genes and pathways contributing to thrombosis.