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Mitochondrial diseases Laboratory

The mitochondrial lab is part of the Muscle Centre Dresden which is registered with the German Society for Muscle Diseases. Apart from regular neuromuscular clinics we offer extensive biochemical and molecular genetic testing for mitochondrial disorders.

Besides the diagnostic work a focus of our research is the role played by mitochondrial respiratory chain dysfunction in the pathogenesis of neurodegenerative disorders (Alzheimer’s Disease and Parkinson’s Disease).

The mitochondrial lab is part of a EU study “Genetics of Coenzyme Q10 Deficiency” with the aim to elucidate the biochemical and genetic basis of primary coenzyme Q10 deficiency in humans.

Any patient with proven or suspected primary coenzyme Q10 deficiency may be included in the study – for further information please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..