Planning Your Family? Why Preconception Genetic Screening Matters | Geneomm Medical Center

What is a Genetic Carrier?
Being a “carrier” means you have one mutated copy of a gene for a recessive condition. You won’t have symptoms, but if your partner is also a carrier for the same condition, there is a 25% chance your child will be affected. Screening identifies these “silent” risks before you conceive.
Common Conditions Screened
Our screening panels typically look for hundreds of conditions, including Cystic Fibrosis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), and Sickle Cell Anemia. These are conditions that may not be present in your family history but can appear unexpectedly.
The Simple Process: From Sample to Results
The test is non-invasive, requiring only a simple blood draw or saliva sample. Our lab sequences your DNA and provides a detailed report within 2–3 weeks, which our specialists then review with you.
How Knowledge Helps You Make Informed Choices
If a risk is identified, you have options. These include natural conception with prenatal monitoring, or utilizing IVF with Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT) to ensure only embryos without the specific genetic condition are transferred.

What is a Genetic Carrier?
Being a “carrier” means you have one mutated copy of a gene for a recessive condition. You won’t have symptoms, but if your partner is also a carrier for the same condition, there is a 25% chance your child will be affected. Screening identifies these “silent” risks before you conceive.
Common Conditions Screened
Our screening panels typically look for hundreds of conditions, including Cystic Fibrosis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), and Sickle Cell Anemia. These are conditions that may not be present in your family history but can appear unexpectedly.
The Simple Process: From Sample to Results
The test is non-invasive, requiring only a simple blood draw or saliva sample. Our lab sequences your DNA and provides a detailed report within 2–3 weeks, which our specialists then review with you.
How Knowledge Helps You Make Informed Choices
If a risk is identified, you have options. These include natural conception with prenatal monitoring, or utilizing IVF with Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT) to ensure only embryos without the specific genetic condition are transferred.