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A: Long QT is typically an inherited disorder.  There have been a few long QT genes identified, but there are still others yet to be identified. In some instances it can be acquired as a result of medication.  It should go away once the medication has been stopped.

Q: A relative has long QT, but I don't have any symptoms.  Should I be tested for it? 

A: Yes.  If a relative has been identified as having long QT, all family members should be tested.  You may not have any symptoms, but often the first symptom of long QT is death, so it is important to find out if you or other family members are affected. A family member may also be a carrier of the gene, but not be symptomatic or have long QT.

Q: What are the odds of having an affected child with long QT?

A: The odds are 50/50 of having an affected child. Some families may not have any affected children, while others have one or two affected, and still in other families, all children may be affected. 

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