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PGT for Genetic Prion Disease

PGT for Genetic Prion Disease

by Elysia Davis, MGC, CGC | Dec 5, 2019 | Disease-Specific Information, The Science

What is genetic prion disease? Prion diseases are a group of rare, degenerative neurological disorders caused by changes in proteins normally found in the brain, called prions. The exact role of prion protein is unknown, but it is believed to be important to the...

An Introduction to Genetic Inheritance

An Introduction to Genetic Inheritance

by Leslie Evans, MS, CGC | Jun 20, 2019 | The Science, Disease-Specific Information

Individuals who have family members with certain medical conditions may benefit by seeing a genetic counselor to explore the risk to develop the condition themselves as well as pass it on to their children. One part of the consultation will usually be to record the...

Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Tests Carry Genetic Privacy Risks

Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Tests Carry Genetic Privacy Risks

by Dawn Michelle Lipscomb | Apr 3, 2019 | Current Technology

Do direct-to-consumer genetic testing companies take appropriate measures to secure the genetic privacy of consumers?

New Study Profiles a Patient’s Experience of PGT for ADPKD

New Study Profiles a Patient’s Experience of PGT for ADPKD

by Leslie Evans, MS, CGC | Mar 4, 2019 | Disease-Specific Information, Patient Stories

Case study on PGT for ADPKD, also referred to as PGD for ADPKD.

PGT vs. Prenatal Testing: Steps for Your Future Child’s Health

PGT vs. Prenatal Testing: Steps for Your Future Child’s Health

by Dawn Michelle Lipscomb | Jan 24, 2019 | Current Technology

How can PGT and prenatal testing help prospective parents take charge of their future child’s health before and during pregnancy?

The Benefits of Genetic Carrier Screening

The Benefits of Genetic Carrier Screening

by Kathleen Fergus, MS LCGC | Dec 11, 2018 | Current Technology

The benefits of expanded carrier screening include more thorough risk assessment for hundreds of genetic diseases, regardless of ethnicity.

Answers to Your Questions About PGT for an Adult-Onset Disorder

Answers to Your Questions About PGT for an Adult-Onset Disorder

by Tricia Chaney | Nov 13, 2018 | Disease-Specific Information

Learning that an adult-onset disorder like Huntington Disease runs in your family can be scary. PGT is a way to prevent passing on the related mutation.

PGT-M vs. PGT-A: Understanding Embryo Screening Options

PGT-M vs. PGT-A: Understanding Embryo Screening Options

by Tricia Chaney | Nov 13, 2018 | Current Technology

When undergoing IVF, you can have the embryos screened to look for potential issues. Learn more about PGT-M vs. PGT-A and which one is right for you.

Population Genetics: PGT for Couples With Genetic Predispositions

Population Genetics: PGT for Couples With Genetic Predispositions

by Kathleen Fergus, MS LCGC | Nov 7, 2018 | Current Technology, Disease-Specific Information

How to manage your genetic predisposition in order to have a child without a genetic disease using carrier screening and PGT (formerly known as PGD).

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