A project by Genetic Support Foundation.
To know about genetics is to know about yourself. This basic background can be a helpful resource for understanding genetics.
Learn more about some of the possible underlying genetic causes of infertility.
Many genetic-related topics are discussed during or prior to pregnancy. These topics can empower you with information on what testing options are available, help you understand what results can and cannot tell you, and help you decide which tests are right for you based on your own personality, beliefs, needs and values.
Newborn screening is genetic testing that is done shortly after a baby is born. This testing checks for rare conditions that can have serious implications if unknown, but if diagnosed early can be treated. Learn more about the different types of medical conditions that newborn screening can look for, and what your state tests for.
Watching children grow and learn can be one of the most rewarding things in life. Some children can experience health concerns as they grow, including intellectual and developmental delays, and it can be helpful to determine if there is an underlying genetic cause that may lead to other health issues.
Our metabolism isn't just how our body processes our food, but how it breaks down, stores, and gets rid of many different substances in the body. There are many types of underlying genetic metabolic disorders that can affect how this process works
Genetic testing in the setting of a personal or family history of cancer is becoming more and more common. This powerful technology can tell us a lot about our personal risks for cancer, our family members’ risks for cancer, and steps we can take to lower those risks. It is equally as important to understand the limitations of genetic testing for cancer. Use these pages to inform your decisions as you navigate this growing field of genetics.
Our brain is important in our overall growth and development as a person. Genes are responsible for not only how our brains form but how it continues to function as we grow and learn. Genetic conditions can affect the brain’s functioning by changing the physical shape of the brain or how it is able to communicate with the rest of your body.
The heart is one of the most important organs in our body, pumping blood throughout the body through our vascular system. There are many health issues with our heart that become more common as we get older. Some families have a higher chance to develop these health issues, and to develop them at younger ages, due to their genetics.
Connective tissue holds our bodies together and impacts how our bones, joints, and organs grow and function. Some genetic conditions can affect how the connective tissue works in the body.
Unpack the buzzword and bring light to genomic testing for targeted cancer therapies, whole genome testing, genetic nutrition tests, and direct to consumer tests. This section will be updated as new developments are made in this field.
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