Carrier Testing For Genetic Disorders

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Carrier testing

• For Genetic Disorders

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Considering starting a family?

• Even before you conceive, it is important to take
  steps to ensure your pregnancy is as healthy as
  possible
• Wellness exams for both partners
• Examination of medical and family histories
• Opting for healthier lifestyle choices
• Participating in Carrier testing to detect for
  genetic disorders

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What is carrier testing?

• Important step in the family planning process
• Carrier Testing was developed to determine if you
  and your partner carry any mutated or defective
  genes which could result in a genetic condition
• Common conditions include sickle cell anemia,
  cystic fibrosis and a cleft lip
• Kindly give Thalassemia as an example instead of
  cleft lip

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What is carrier screening? continued

• Carriers usually have no symptoms
• Baby can develop a genetic disorders when both
  parents pass down a defective gene
• If both parents carry a specific defected gene,
  the babys chances of being born with the
  associated condition are 1 in 4

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Who should get carrier screening?

• Every couple wanting to start a family should be
  screened prior to conception. Additionally, the
  test is especially recommended for certain
  circumstances
• Couple related by blood
• Couples with family histories of genetic
  disorders
• Couple who already have a child with a genetic
  disorder
• Women who are over 35
• Women who are concerned about their lifestyle
  choices
• Women who have had multiple miscarriages already

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When should couples get Carrier Testing For
Genetic Disorders?

• Best time is when couples are actively planning
  to have a baby
• Also recommended
• Before an IVF procedure
• Before embryo selection
• Before non-carrier sperm and or oocyte is used

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What are the risks of carrier screening

• No risk to either couple
• Only discomfort comes from needle used to draw
  sample of blood
• Does not affect chance of conception or your baby
  one you do conceive

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Additional benefits of carrier Testing

• Carrier Testing for genetic disorders can detect
  more than 2,000 inherited disorders
• Test boasts high detection rates
• Couples will received results in 4-6 weeks
• Genetic counselors can answers all your questions
  and help you decide if carrier screening is right
  for you

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