Genetic testing for Epidermolysis Bullosa – gene panel
Many genetic diseases have a known treatment. Other rare disorders remain unknown and without cure or treatment, despite being severe, lifelong conditions. One of these diseases is epidermolysis bullosa (also known as EB). This is a hereditary disease that is characterized by blistering of the skin. Our skin has several layers: an outer layer known […]
Prenatal screening in multiple pregnancies – twin and triplet pregnancies and genetic testing
Women who discover they carry a multiple pregnancy (twins, triplets) might naturally become concerned about having to undergo more genetic testing than usual. The truth is that so long as there are no specific risks for genetic disorders, multiple pregnancies do not increase the risk of hereditary genetic diseases. However, it is important to consider […]
Sperm donor genetic screening – genetic testing for sperm donors
Sperm donor genetic screening – genetic testing for sperm donors Sperm donation has become a popular option for women who wish to be single mothers by choice. To prevent genetic diseases, sperm donors undergo comprehensive screening tests that can help ensure no genetic risks of inheriting genetic disorders. Moreover, if the mother-to-be has a genetic […]
Prenatal genetic counselling
Many couples choose to see a genetic counselor before, during or after the pregnancy. Prenatal genetic counselling can help provide answers to questions about possible genetic disorders. This procedure is an important part of monitoring the pregnancy. Most couples meet a genetic counselor before conceiving, as part of prenatal screening tests. In addition, many couples […]
Genetic tests during pregnancy – prenatal testing
Before and during the pregnancy, parents-to-be undergo different genetic screening tests according to their ethnic descent, family history of genetic diseases, and abnormal test results that could indicate a risk for a genetic disorder. Here is a short guide that will help you understand key terms and procedures related to prenatal testing. Genetic tests during […]
Chromosome abnormalities – chromosomal disorders
Chromosomes are long, continuous molecules of DNA and protein. This is the specific form that genetic material takes in living things in the stage before mitosis (cell division). Humans normally have 23 pairs of chromosomes in each cell. Twenty-two pairs are called autosomes and one pair made up of the sex chromosomes. Chromosome abnormalities are […]
