CENTER FOR KRABBE DISEASE

HJKRI - Jim at the lab

Mission

  • Develop initiatives to maximize the success of the Newborn Screening program for Krabbe Disease
  • Increase understanding of the various types of Krabbe Disease and determine which biochemical, genetic, and/or neurodiagnostic tests predict phenotype
  • Educate physicians about Krabbe Disease and the Newborn Screening program
  • Develop clinical evaluation and treatment protocols for Krabbe Disease