Analysis of SLC7A9 gene mutations among Jordanian patients with cystinuria.

Background: Cystinuria is known as a heritable disorder affecting the cysteine reabsorption by renal system as well as the reabsorption of dibasic amino acids. The main objectives of the present study were to identify genetic mutations in SLC7A9 gene associated with cystinuria.

Methods: A cross sectional study design was conducted.