Genetic testing can shed light on undiagnosed rare diseases that may not be found otherwise, offering medically actionable results that can help physicians inform and adapt a patient’s care plan.
As genetic testing has become more accessible and scientists begin to better understand how Alzheimer’s disease develops, genetic testing to learn your risk for Alzheimer’s disease has become increasingly popular.
DNA is the blueprint for our bodies’ development and function, providing instructions for everything from eye color to how our bodies fight disease.
Until recently, the idea of unlocking the secrets of our genes through genetic testing seemed like something out of a science fiction novel or something reserved for the wealthy elite.
How a partnership between the Alabama Children’s Rehabilitation Service (CRS) and HudsonAlpha’s Smith Family Clinic for Genomic Medicine changed a little girl’s life through a globally significant diagnosis
Over 95% of people have a genetic change that affects how they respond to common medications, making some drugs more or less effective for each person. Some medications that are known to be impacted by genetics are statins, pain killers, blood pressure medications, antidepressants, blood thinners, chemotherapy drugs, and many more.
Taylor Kane was in kindergarten when her father passed away from adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD), a rare and fatal genetic disease. Growing up, Taylor always understood she was a carrier for the genetic condition her father died from and knew her carrier status would impact her decision to have a family someday. However, she was told she would not develop symptoms herself.
If you and your partner plan on starting a family or growing your existing one, you might already be discussing your family medical histories.
After eight years of surgeries, medical exams, and searching for answers, whole genome sequencing revealed Mya has an extremely rare genetic disorder that causes facial and dental abnormalities as well as gastrointestinal issues.
Cardiovascular (heart) disease is the leading cause of death worldwide. Almost half of all adults in the United States have some form of cardiovascular disease.
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The Smith Family Clinic for Genomic Medicine in Huntsville Alabama has been established to use the power of genomics to solve undiagnosed and misdiagnosed cases and provide answers to families and physicians. The clinic’s mission is to provide the best positive medical experience and the information to make future health care decisions.
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