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Answers for all of your most pressing questions on genetics, rare conditions, drug development, and research.
Multigenerational Mitochondrial Disease: Gina's Story
September 21, 2021
Written by:
Gina Baker
A patient tells her story to raise awareness during Global Mitochondrial Disease Awareness week (September 19 - September 25, 2021).
How to Choose a Genetic Test
August 21, 2021
Written by:
Lukas Lange
Which types of genetic tests are out there? Which types of genetic variation can be detected? Which factors are important for choosing the right provider?
Is Fibromyalgia coded into your DNA?
August 21, 2021
Written by:
Dr. Harley Katz
There is substantial evidence that some fibromyalgia cases might have a genetic origin but the exact causes still remain unknown.
Why experts recommend genetic testing in groups of 3
August 21, 2021
Written by:
Dr. Harley Katz
Comparing the DNA of the parents with their child makes it significantly easier to determine which variant is disease causing.
5 Rare Disease Stats Everyone Should Know
August 21, 2021
Written by:
Taylor Kane
Since most rare diseases are genetic, it is important to expand access to affordable genetic testing. Genetic testing helps provide answers to those struggling with unexplained symptoms.
Top Parents Have Before Getting a Genetic Test for their Child with Autism
August 21, 2021
Written by:
Dr. Harley Katz
“Since as early as 2013, the American College of Medical Genetics has recommended the use of genetic testing as a first-line tool for understanding the cause of Autism.”
How Social Media Helps the Rare Disease Community
August 21, 2021
Written by:
Taylor Kane
The rare disease community has a strong online presence, which allows patients and their families from all over the world to meet other people affected by rare diseases.
Multigenerational Mitochondrial Disease: Gina's Story
September 21, 2021
Gina Baker
A patient tells her story to raise awareness during Global Mitochondrial Disease Awareness week (September 19 - September 25, 2021).
Read More...
How to Choose a Genetic Test
August 21, 2021
Lukas Lange
Which types of genetic tests are out there? Which types of genetic variation can be detected? Which factors are important for choosing the right provider?
Read More...
Is Fibromyalgia coded into your DNA?
August 21, 2021
Dr. Harley Katz
There is substantial evidence that some fibromyalgia cases might have a genetic origin but the exact causes still remain unknown.
Read More...
Why experts recommend genetic testing in groups of 3
August 21, 2021
Dr. Harley Katz
Comparing the DNA of the parents with their child makes it significantly easier to determine which variant is disease causing.
Read More...
5 Rare Disease Stats Everyone Should Know
August 21, 2021
Taylor Kane
Since most rare diseases are genetic, it is important to expand access to affordable genetic testing. Genetic testing helps provide answers to those struggling with unexplained symptoms.
Read More...
Top Parents Have Before Getting a Genetic Test for their Child with Autism
August 21, 2021
Dr. Harley Katz
“Since as early as 2013, the American College of Medical Genetics has recommended the use of genetic testing as a first-line tool for understanding the cause of Autism.”
Read More...
How Social Media Helps the Rare Disease Community
August 21, 2021
Taylor Kane
The rare disease community has a strong online presence, which allows patients and their families from all over the world to meet other people affected by rare diseases.
Read More...