Breaking Down Genetic Testing: What Patients and Families Need to Know

Breaking Down Genetic Testing: What Patients and Families Need to Know

Genetic testing can be a powerful tool for diagnosing rare diseases, understanding hereditary risks, and guiding treatment decisions. However, for many patients and families, the process can seem overwhelming or confusing. This blog will break down what genetic testing is, the different types available, how to access testing, and what to do with the results.

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Opportunity for First Hand Foundation Grants

Has your insurance company refused to cover the cost of your genetic sequencing or other medical expenses related to your child’s rare disease? The Rare Genomics Institute has been referring qualifying families to the First Hand Foundation, a public charity that provides funding for individual children with health needs when insurance and other financial resources have been exhausted. 

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