Last week the FDA approved the AlloMap! The AlloMap is a non-invasive test that uses molecular expression techniques to assist doctors in managing heart transplant patients post-surgery for potential organ rejection. In our words this test could mean that Macie would only need a lab draw to check for rejection in place of the now every other year biopsy! We will be speaking to Macie's cardiologist Dr Canter in October to see his take on this. Macie's next scheduled biopsy isn't until October of 2009, so we pray by then the AlloMap is a safe option for Macie and her transplant friends.
More news............... We are now cheering on the Chicago Bears this football season. We are still cheering on the Colts! Chicago Bears cornerback Charles Tillman's daughter is also a heart transplant recipient. Like Macie she was born with cardiomyopathy. Tillman's daughters name is Tania - the same as Macie's donor mom. Baby Tania was released home last week our prayers are with her and her family.
Macie started Playgroups last week, she LOVES it and rules the room! I'll post pictures soon.
Monday, September 8, 2008
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