Should I be concerned about these disorders?
According to data from the World Health Organization (WHO)1, the global prevalence of these illnesses is 10 in 1000 newborn infants. There are estimates that, taken together, indicate that these illnesses represent 20% of the causes of infant mortality in developed countries and that they are the reason for 18% of the interventions in paediatric hospitals2
(1) According to data from the World Health Organization (WHO) http://www.who.int/genomics/public/geneticdiseases/en/index2.html
(2) Kingsmore S. PLOS Currents Evidence on Genomic Tests. 2012 May 2. Edition 1. doi: 10.1371/4f9877ab8ffa9.
Is CGT for you?
CGT is recommended if:
- You want to know the risk of transmitting possible disorders to your future children, regardless of your reproductive plans
- You’re going to start assisted reproduction treatment
- You’re staring a treatment involving a sperm or egg donor
CGT Options Available
Igenomix is able to offer four types of carrier genetic test, depending on your unique circumstances. These tests can be performed as couples’ tests, with both you and your partner undergoing CGT at the same time. We will then produce a combined report with clear genetic guidance.
CGT BANK
Carrier screening for donor gametes. Analysis of 7 autosomal recessive genes in sperm donors and an additional 64 X-linked genes in egg donors.
CGT PLUS
Uses NGS to analyse 519 genes associated with severe monogenic disease. CGT PLUS provides very high coverage of likely pathogenic and pathogenic mutations.
CGT EXOME
Analysis of over 2,000 genes linked to autosomal recessive and X-linked conditions. CGT EXOME is our largest carrier screen.
CGT SYNC
CGT SYNC is our unique solution when one person in a reproductive couple is a known carrier of a condition – e.g. a gamete donor is known to be a carrier. CGT SYNC provides bespoke analysis of these ‘genes of interest’ using our highest detection rate platform. Optional analysis of X-linked genes is available for female patients.