Likely pathogenic – de novo — RACP Paediatrics MCQ
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Correct answer: C — Likely pathogenic – actionable
De novo variant (strong pathogenicity evidence PS2) in a known gene matching phenotype = likely pathogenic even if novel. Actionable for clinical decisions.
Reference: RACP Paediatric Curriculum – Genetics; ACMG – 2015