Summary

• Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a disease that mostly affects your lungs and digestive system.
• CF is caused by a mutation (change) in a gene which is inherited (passed on) from your parents.
• Currently, there is no cure for CF.

These key facts are from healthdirect.gov.au (accessed 28 Jan 2025). Visit the healthdirect website for more information about cystic fibrosis.

Relevant Tests

If your doctor suspects you have cystic fibrosis, they may request one or more tests.

If you are diagnosed with cystic fibrosis, some of these tests will be used to monitor and manage your condition.

Find information about specific tests:

• Cystic fibrosis (CF) gene mutation
• Immunoreactive trypsin