Go offline with the Player FM app!
Screening for genetic mutations in couples before they conceive
Manage episode 489922481 series 5409
Couples can unknowingly be carriers for genetic conditions, even though there are tests available to reveal recessive traits before conceiving.
Medicare covers genetic carrier screening for cystic fibrosis (CF), spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and fragile X syndrome (FXS).
However advocates are calling for subsidies to cover more conditions, so parents can be well informed.
Guest/s
- Rachael Casella, advocate and founder of Mackenzie's Mission
- Professor Edwin Kirk, genetic pathologist at NSW Health Pathology
References
1525 episodes
Manage episode 489922481 series 5409
Couples can unknowingly be carriers for genetic conditions, even though there are tests available to reveal recessive traits before conceiving.
Medicare covers genetic carrier screening for cystic fibrosis (CF), spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and fragile X syndrome (FXS).
However advocates are calling for subsidies to cover more conditions, so parents can be well informed.
Guest/s
- Rachael Casella, advocate and founder of Mackenzie's Mission
- Professor Edwin Kirk, genetic pathologist at NSW Health Pathology
References
1525 episodes
All episodes
×Welcome to Player FM!
Player FM is scanning the web for high-quality podcasts for you to enjoy right now. It's the best podcast app and works on Android, iPhone, and the web. Signup to sync subscriptions across devices.