Question 1

Importance of Screening

Accepted Answer

Determine the probability of passing genetic diseases to children Assist in making informed family planning decisions Reduce the risk of chronic genetic disorders

Question 2

Conditions Covered

Accepted Answer

Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Thalassemia and Hemoglobinopathies Over 300 other genetic disorders

Question 3

Understanding Results

Accepted Answer

Negative result: You are not a carrier for the mutations tested Positive result: You carry a gene for the disease but are not affected If both partners are carriers, there is a 25% risk for the child

Expanded Genetic Carrier Screening for Your Family's Future