The Collagen Diagnostic Laboratory (CDL) is housed in the Department of Pathology at the University of Washington, Seattle, WA.  The CDL offers diagnostic testing for osteogenesis imperfecta (OI), several forms of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS), and select other connective tissue disorders.  We also provide consultation for clinicians and families with questions on these rare disorders, review x-rays and clinical history,  and offer research testing and enrollment in research studies.

What's New At The Collagen Lab

New Website

June 23, 2010
We are pleased to welcome you to our new website, designed by Stephen Schildbach.  Our website showcases the specialized genetic testing and clinical consultation services offered by the Collagen Diagnostic Laboratory.

New Clinical Testing for TAAD

May 1, 2010
The Collagen Diagnostic Laboratory now offers full genomic sequencing of the ACTA2 gene for TAAD (Thoracic Aortic Aneurysms and Aortic Dissections) on a clinical basis.